Veterans criticized former President Donald Trump for his comments, where he said the Presidential Medal of Freedom is “much better” than the military Medal of Honor because recipients are often badly wounded or dead. Many condemned Trump’s remarks as disrespectful and diminishing the sacrifices of those who have served. Trump made the comments while discussing awarding the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Dr. Miriam Adelson, widow of casino magnate Sheldon Adelson. Trump’s campaign team defended his comments, stating that he was acknowledging the emotional difficulty of awarding the Medal of Honor to veterans who have been wounded or killed.
Sen. Jack Reed and others criticized Trump’s history of disrespectful comments towards veterans, including calling them “suckers” and “losers.” Reed emphasized that the Medal of Honor is awarded to individuals who have shown exceptional bravery and courage above and beyond the call of duty. The Kamala Harris campaign also condemned Trump’s comments, accusing him of lacking empathy and selfishness. Trump’s senior advisor defended his record on veterans and criticized Harris for her role in the Afghanistan withdrawal.
Overall, the backlash against Trump’s comments highlights the importance of honoring and respecting the sacrifices of those who have served in the military, especially recipients of the Medal of Honor who have shown unparalleled bravery and courage in service to their country.
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