Blue Press Journal (DC) – In a recent interview with conservative radio host Mark Levin, President Trump made a stunning claim, referring to himself as a “war hero” alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The comment has sparked widespread criticism, given Trump’s well-documented history of avoiding military service.
Trump, who has never fought in a war or served in the military, received five deferments from the draft during the Vietnam War, including a medical exemption due to “bone spurs.” This condition, which has been widely questioned, was reportedly diagnosed by a Queens podiatrist who allegedly did a favor for Trump’s father, Fred Trump.
The president’s boastful claim of being a “war hero” is not only misleading but also insulting to those who have actually served and sacrificed in combat. Trump’s criticism of late Senator John McCain’s military record in 2015, where he said “I like people who weren’t captured,” further underscores his lack of understanding and respect for the sacrifices made by veterans.
Furthermore, Trump’s assertion that he has “settled six wars” is also dubious, with no evidence to support such a claim. The president’s tendency to exaggerate and distort facts has become a hallmark of his administration, and this latest comment is no exception.
The comparison to Netanyahu, a veteran of the Israeli military who has seen combat, is particularly galling. While Netanyahu has earned his reputation as a war hero through his bravery and service, Trump’s claims are based on nothing more than his own inflated sense of self-importance.
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