Trump wants the freedom to commit atrocities with impunity.
The Israel Exception
US support for the ICC has been selective.
When the court used territorial jurisdiction to charge Vladimir Putin for crimes in Ukraine, the Biden administration applauded.
But when the same principle was applied to Israeli leaders for actions in Gaza, Washington was outraged.
This double standard underscores the administration’s true goal: to ensure that US officials and allies are never held accountable.
Territorial jurisdiction is essential for justice in conflicts involving Rwanda, the UAE, and others.
Rubio’s promised “frontal assault” on the ICC—including sanctions on court personnel—is unlikely to convince anyone.
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It merely highlights the risk that Trump officials might face justice for war crimes committed in ICC member states.
