Harry Truman actually said...

"In the event of an emergency involving the security of the United States forces in Europe, such Commander may take whatever action he considers essential to safeguard the security of his troops."

"The United States High Commissioner for Germany, hereinafter referred to as the High Commissioner, shall be the supreme United States authority in Germany."

"There is hereby established the position of United States High Commission for Germany, which position shall be that of Chief of Mission, Class 1, in accordance with the provisions of the said Foreign ..."

"That is my opinion."