Trump Considered Nuclear Action, Joint Chiefs Chairman Denied Request, Says Former CIA Analyst
Trump wanted to go nuclear, stopped as Joint Chiefs Chairman said no: Ex CIA Analyst
The Economic Times
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Former CIA Analyst Larry Johnson revealed that former US President Donald Trump inquired about the use of nuclear weapons during discussions with General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Caine firmly rejected the idea, leading Trump to later state publicly that nuclear options were off the table. Johnson emphasized the potential global risks of such discussions, especially concerning nuclear powers like India and Pakistan.
- 01Larry Johnson stated that Trump seriously considered using nuclear weapons, which was firmly opposed by General Dan Caine.
- 02Caine's rejection of Trump's nuclear inquiry led to Trump publicly declaring that nuclear weapons would not be used.
- 03The chain of command for nuclear orders involves the President, the Secretary of War, and the general in charge of STRATCOM.
- 04Johnson warned that aggressive US policies could escalate tensions among nuclear nations, including India and Pakistan.
- 05Trump criticized Iran's nuclear proposal, stating that any agreement must ensure complete removal of nuclear material.
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Larry Johnson, a former CIA analyst, disclosed that Donald Trump once asked General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, about the potential use of nuclear weapons. Caine firmly rejected the idea, which led Trump to later assure the media that nuclear options were off the table. Johnson explained that while the President holds the nuclear codes, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs plays a crucial advisory role. If Trump had pursued the nuclear option, it could have resulted in Caine's resignation, as he would have deemed such an action unacceptable. Johnson also highlighted the dangers of escalating tensions among nuclear powers, particularly between India and Pakistan, warning that aggressive U.S. policies could provoke further conflicts. Additionally, Trump commented on Iran's nuclear proposal, stating he dismissed it due to inadequate guarantees regarding nuclear material removal. He emphasized the need for a robust agreement, criticizing the previous deal as insufficient.
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The discussions around nuclear options could heighten global tensions, particularly affecting diplomatic relations among nuclear-armed countries.
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