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10.4
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Impact LevelMedium
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Scope LevelNational
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Last Update2026-01-08
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Event Overview
The president emphasizes the primacy of personal moral and will in limiting executive power, suggesting a broad interpretation of authority. The statement highlights the tension between individual leadership discretion and the constraints of international law.
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Trump Claims His Power as Commander-in-Chief is Limited Only by His Moral Code and Personal Will
In an interview with The New York Times, U.S. President Trump stated that his power as the commander-in-chief is limited only by his own moral code and personal will. He also mentioned that international law does not significantly restrict his use of military force, although he said he would adhere to it. Trump made it clear that when it comes to matters involving the United States, he will act as the final arbiter.