On Monday, President Joe Biden condemned former President Donald Trump for his derogatory comments about US service members, reigniting a controversy that has its roots in statements made by Trump during his presidency.
What Happened: Biden took to X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, to say that Trump’s comments about the fallen U.S. servicemen reflected the position of MAGA extremists who have “made it clear where they stand”
Biden said in a video, he shared in the same tweet, that he had been to the cemetery where Trump reportedly refused to visit. The president criticized his predecessor for his comments on former Arizona Senator John McCain, who had served in Vietnam.
“The former president referred to American service members as "suckers" and "losers," Biden tweeted, echoing a sentiment that was confirmed by John Kelly, Trump's former White House Chief of Staff, CNN reports.
Kelly corroborated stories of Trump's disdain for military personnel, including his reluctance to visit the graves of fallen soldiers, labeling them as "losers" and "suckers." These revelations align with a 2020 story in The Atlantic, shedding light on Trump's consistent pattern of disrespect towards those who have served in the military.
See Also: Matt Gaetz Challenges Kevin McCarthy’s Leadership, Response From The House Speaker: “Bring It On”
Why It Matters: These revelations are not isolated incidents but part of a broader narrative surrounding Trump's presidency.
Earlier revelations indicated that Kelly consulted a book on Trump's mental health to navigate his erratic behavior. Trump's paranoia and distrust were further highlighted when he considered tapping White House phones to spy on officials. Kelly's consistent efforts to mitigate Trump's impulses underscore the internal conflicts that plagued the White House.
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