Unless they have decided on MY course of action.
Drudge asking if this was a bluff
of course they know.
that's why if it did happen - these denials look foolish. perhaps they cannot confirm yet because of security concerns, but at least say something else.
hey, they must be listening - the USGS is changing their story, they have announced that a team of geologists is being called into work.
1. Got to wake POTUS and advise
2. POTUS will consult with JCS/Rummy/Rice
3. POTUS will contact Japan, China, South Korea.
4. Basic strategy confirmed.
5. Confirmation and statement from US.