I think Trump did exactly the right thing. Kim did some posturing. Trump made it abundantly clear he was not impressed. Now that Kim knows he won’t bluff his way into a dominant role, he is in talks with SK. Trump’s position added to those negotiations, because the U.S. is allied with SK. if north and south rejoin, who the allies and enemies are will be a major consideration. Nobody wants a pansy ass for a big brother.
Kim has a huge hunk of starving citizens. Tech is shrinking the world around him. He knows bullying and misinformation can’t work for him much longer.
A friendly alliance with a strong nation is important to the future of his people.
Kim is nuts, but he isn’t stupid. He is shopping for his best deal. That deal includes strong trade deals, but back up with balls is also important. That is why all the super powers cruise the waters with show of strength.
It is rutting season. So, kinda that makes Kim everybody’s bitch. He knows he’s going to be mounted. He’s just looking for the biggest, smelliest bull to do it.
Yes, I, Trump supporter, just called him a big, stinky bull.
Sometimes that is just what is needed.