US Politics Thread 2021-24

[Otto Harkaman]

^^ We don't even have to bring Trump into it. I think most of us on this forum are militarily oriented enough to know that we are not talking about public opinion but military preparedness from an Intelligence assessment (Intel).

But I get the game now, that was great for the Germans not to spend money on their own defense and when we(Biden) blew up the Nord Stream pipeline we really showed them that we had them by the balls.

[Catfish]

^ That.
Sad enough, some here still did not get the message.

[mapuc]

Now I'm lost

The story was about Biden and Americas immigration problems.

Markus

[Otto Harkaman]

Who is the main supplier of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Germany?

The United States is the main supplier of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Germany. In 2023, the US supplied over 80% of Germany's LNG imports. This significant share is part of the broader trend in which the US has become the largest LNG supplier to Europe, driven by the need for European countries to diversify their energy sources in response to reduced imports from Russia following its invasion of Ukraine​ (EIA Energy Info)​​ (LngIndustry)​​ (CleanTechnica)​.

Germany's decision to pivot towards LNG and increase its imports from the US has been part of a broader strategy to enhance its energy security. This move comes amidst efforts to reduce reliance on Russian gas and bolster energy supply resilience, especially given the geopolitical tensions and supply disruptions experienced in recent years​ (DW)​.

[Otto Harkaman]

H.R.7176 - Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024

Shown Here:
Passed House (02/15/2024)

Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024

This bill repeals certain restrictions on the import and export of natural gas under the Natural Gas Act, including requirements for Department of Energy (DOE) approval and related provisions that address free trade agreements.
In addition, the bill grants the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) the exclusive authority to approve or deny applications to authorize the siting, construction, expansion, or operation of facilities (e.g., liquefied natural gas terminals) to export natural gas to foreign countries or import natural gas from foreign countries. (Currently, DOE authorizes the export or import of natural gas, and FERC authorizes related facilities.)
In determining whether to approve or deny an application, FERC must deem the exportation or importation of natural gas to be consistent with the public interest.


https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-...ouse-bill/7176

[Rockstar]

Originally Posted by Catfish

^ nobody believed some ten years ago that there would ever be a war again against Europe initialised by Russia. Even after the sacking of Crimea.
This is why no one wanted to spend a dime for a defence that was so completely unnecessary (ahem).

Whatever, what Trump said or says is irrelevant. In hindsight all is perfectly clear for the wisecracks.
As a true sick narcicist Trump uses any situation to blame others and try to pose as the one who knew it all, and better. Just watch some interviews, this guy is a blithering idiot who has not even the excuse of Alzheimer's disease.
b.t.w. you cannot trust a fraudster, be it selling a car, or his people.

Dude your TDS is showing. Probably something in the koolaid huh?

1st Poland and the Baltic states for over a decade warned of Putin’s encroachment into Europe as he and his old German buddies attempted to develop a European dependency on his energy via Nord Stream. Trump even publicly warned and sure enough Europe particularly Germany laughed even harder. Because as we all know it was the fashionable thing to do then, because you know ‘Trump’ and apparently still is.

IMO we put an end to what the then Polish president said was a ‘new Molotov Ribbentrop pact. What we see in Ukraine today is what Putin intended to do over time by holding Europe hostage as he had his way. But now has to overtly challenge the world order Ukrainian sovereignty.

Never forget the reason why NATO exists, to keep those two belligerent nations Germany and Russia at bay. Because as we see when those two get together the world generally turns into a steaming pile of **** real fast. And sure enough when you get caught what follows is you being like little children throwing a tantrum blaming Biden, blaming Trump, and the U.S. for not doing enough to fix it. Pathetic

Let’s be honest this doesn’t have jack squat to do with freedom and democracy slogans. Germany and Russia fekked with our hegemony in Europe. Now it’s time for Germany and all those other ungrateful turds who allowed that pipeline to run through their waters to realize again, contrary to asinine British tabloid news, that Putin, (not Biden , not Trump or the US) is the bad guy and for Putin to realize he needs to stay the hell out of Europe.

There’s a reason why invest so much economically and militarily in Europe. Because Europeans in general are to stupid to know how good they have it.

Can’t wait to hear your ya bout what about Trump argument

[Otto Harkaman]

The largest company producing liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the United States is Cheniere Energy. Cheniere operates two major LNG facilities along the U.S. Gulf Coast: Sabine Pass in Louisiana and Corpus Christi in Texas. The Sabine Pass facility started export operations in 2016 and currently has five operational liquefaction units, with a sixth under construction. Once complete, Sabine Pass is expected to reach a production capacity of about 30 million tonnes per annum (mtpa). The Corpus Christi facility, which began operations in 2018, consists of three liquefaction units with a total production capacity of 15 mtpa​ (EIA Energy Info)​​ (MarketScreener)​.

Several U.S. politicians have been reported to have investments in Cheniere Energy. For example, Representative Tom Carper (D-DE), Representative Pete Sessions (R-TX), and Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) are some of the prominent figures with stock trades involving Cheniere Energy. These investments are part of their broader financial portfolios, which include various issuers and volumes traded over recent years​ (Capitol Trades)​.

Cheniere Energy has indeed established partnerships with German companies. One significant partnership is with BASF, one of the largest chemical producers globally. Cheniere and BASF entered into a long-term LNG sale and purchase agreement. Under this agreement, Cheniere will supply BASF with LNG from its facilities in the United States. This collaboration highlights the growing energy ties between the U.S. and Germany, particularly in the context of LNG supply​ (Cheniere Energy, Inc.)​​ (GIZ)​.

[em2nought]

With these particular democrats in charge, the Republicans should keep in mind what happened to the Templars.