President-elect Trump has inspired Republican members of Congress to introduce a bill that would allow the federal government to take steps to repurchase the Panama Canal.
Why it matters: It’s the second time this week GOP lawmakers have rushed to propose legislation that would codify Trump’s vision for a new era of American expansionism.
Bad link. Axios is confusing and it’s format should feel bad. Should probably be: https://www.axios.com/2025/01/09/trump-panama-canal-house-republican-bill
The bill authorizes the president and secretary of state to “initiate and conduct negotiations with appropriate counterparts” in Panama on buying back the canal.
Well, at least it’s not a military option. Would be pretty dumb for Panama to sell it for any price though.
Wait…purchase? With what money? All that savings from Elon’s DOGE fantasy that hasn’t done anything yet?
Crypto probably. And what best crypto to use than World Liberty Financial. I bet the Panamanians can’t wait to get their hands on that hot hot monopoly money.
