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Wow, this is the most overt "Might Makes Right" thing I've seen in the modern era.

As a kid reading sci-fi, I was always amused by all those futuristic societies acting like medieval empires; I'm not amused any more.

> "There is growing concern ... that in 2029 the ICC will turn its attention to the president, to the vice president, to the secretary of war and others, and pursue prosecutions against them," the Trump administration official said.

Rodrigo Duterte is currently on trial[0] for his murderous war on suspected drug dealers (and users). [1] Warrant (PDF) for murder, torture and rape.

The U.S. is also demanding charges be dropped against Netanyahu and others.

I'd say it's less "Might Makes Right" as refusal to take responsibility for actions.

Saint Peter might be assigned the case by 2029.

[0] https://www.icc-cpi.int/victims/duterte-case

[1] https://www.icc-cpi.int/sites/default/files/CourtRecords/090...