Published on: Tue, 07 Apr 2026 20:31:16 GMT
Original Story: Congress is absent as Trump threatens Iranians ‘will die’ – Politico

“Build That Wall!” Said The Guy… Again.

So, Congress is MIA, huh? Figures. While they’re busy “strategizing” (read: fundraising and avoiding actual work), Trump’s out there, once again, rattling sabers about the border. This time, it’s Iran feeling the heat, with veiled threats of… well, death. Apparently, a porous border in *our* country somehow justifies threatening another country. Makes perfect sense, right?

Déjà Vu All Over Again (Border Edition)

Let’s be honest, haven’t we heard this song before? The promises of a secure border, the dire warnings of impending doom, the conveniently timed outrage right before an election… It’s all part of the Trump playbook. He’s playing the hits because, well, they seem to work on a certain segment of the population. It’s like Groundhog Day, but instead of Bill Murray, we’re stuck with… this.

And speaking of things we’ve heard before, remember back in 2016 when he swore Mexico would pay for the wall? Yeah, good times. Now it’s more like, “American taxpayers, cough up the dough, or else the scary brown people will come get you!” Subtle, I know.

The Wall: A Monument to… What Exactly?

The wall itself. Oh, the wall. A physical representation of… something. Division? Xenophobia? Ineffective border security? Probably all of the above. I mean, let’s be real, a wall isn’t stopping anyone who’s truly determined to cross the border. Tunnels, ladders, boats, sheer audacity – humans are remarkably resourceful when motivated. The wall mostly seems effective at being a colossal waste of money and an eyesore. But hey, at least it provides good photo ops, right?

Iran: The Convenient Scapegoat

And now, for something completely different (not really): Iran. Because why not throw another international conflict into the mix? Apparently, Trump’s logic is that if Iran doesn’t cooperate on border security (for… our… border?), then they’re basically asking for it. It’s a bit like blaming your neighbor for your leaky roof. Makes absolutely zero sense but sounds good on Fox News.

The irony is so thick you could cut it with a knife. Trump, who has repeatedly expressed disdain for international agreements and “globalists,” is now demanding international cooperation on a domestic issue. It’s almost like he’s making it up as he goes along. Oh wait… he is.

Remember When He Was ‘Against’ Foreign Wars?

And let’s not forget the whole “America First” spiel. Remember when Trump campaigned on ending “endless wars” in the Middle East? He even criticized Obama for getting involved in Libya. Fast forward to now, and he’s casually threatening Iran because… reasons. In 2018, he pulled out of the Iran nuclear deal, citing it as a “terrible deal” negotiated by his predecessor. Now, he’s apparently surprised that Iran isn’t exactly playing nice. Shocking, I know. It’s almost as if destabilizing an entire region has consequences. Who knew?

Extreme Vetting: Because Profiling is Fun!

Ah, “extreme vetting.” The term that sounds vaguely Orwellian but is apparently perfectly acceptable in modern political discourse. It’s basically a fancy way of saying, “Let’s discriminate based on where people come from!” Because, you know, judging an entire group of people based on the actions of a few is totally fair and effective.

The problem with “extreme vetting” is that it’s inherently discriminatory and largely ineffective. Terrorists don’t exactly fill out applications honestly. And let’s be honest, it’s just another way to stoke fear and division. But hey, at least it sounds tough on crime, right? Even though all available data suggests undocumented immigrants commit crimes at lower rates than native born citizens.

Congress: Still On Vacation?

And where is Congress in all of this? Oh, right, they’re probably busy arguing about… something. Tax cuts for the wealthy? Culture war nonsense? Anything but actually addressing the complex issues facing the country. They’re like the parents who are always fighting, leaving the kids (us) to fend for themselves. Except in this case, the “kids” are actually adults who pay taxes and expect their elected officials to, you know, govern. Wishful thinking, I know.

Snarky Takeaway

So, to sum it up: Trump is back to his old tricks, Congress is useless, and Iran is the convenient scapegoat. The border is still allegedly a crisis, the wall is still a monument to futility, and “extreme vetting” is still just a fancy way to say “profiling.” It’s like a greatest hits album of political dysfunction, and we’re all forced to listen on repeat. But hey, at least we have memes, right? That’s how we cope with this garbage fire of a timeline.