Staff Reports
Former President Donald Trump made a poignant visit to Arlington National Cemetery on August 26, a date that marks three years since the catastrophic withdrawal from Afghanistan ordered by President Joe Biden, which resulted in the tragic deaths of 13 American servicemen. While Trump paid his respects in person, Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris were notably absent, sparking conversations about leadership and accountability that could overshadow a soap opera.
As expected, the liberal media machine had its gears churning, aiming to paint Trump’s visit in an unflattering light. Critics took the opportunity to attack Trump’s camp for capturing the moment on film at Section 60—the burial site of many fallen servicemen. An ironic twist surfaced when old footage of Biden engaging in similar behavior popped back onto social media, raising eyebrows and doubts about the media’s objectivity.
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Tensions flared as Trump’s staff and Arlington officials found themselves in a heated dispute about the allowance of photography during this sensitive visit. The cemetery reaffirmed its stance on protocols, reminding everyone that federal law prohibits political campaigning at such hallowed grounds. Interestingly, one doesn’t have to look far to uncover a double standard: while Trump’s visit was met with criticism, Biden also engaged in capturing moments at Arlington just a few years prior, seemingly without similar backlash.
What’s particularly outrageous in this whole debacle is the very thing for which Trump is facing scrutiny—the same action went unchallenged when the Biden campaign utilized the cemetery for a 2020 Memorial Day ad. Featuring Biden narrating heartfelt words while advocating for his 2020 bid, that video concluded with a direct solicitation for votes. It’s a classic case of the media giving a free pass to one side while wielding criticism like a sword against the other.
In a refreshing counter to the media’s narrative, Gold Star families defended Trump, voicing strong support for his right to honor their fallen. They made it clear they welcomed the filming during the visit, placing them squarely in the Trump camp rather than the Biden-and-Harris no-show lane. Meanwhile, the current White House occupants have been entirely M.I.A. about their responsibility for the chaotic Afghanistan withdrawal, which left behind not just hardware but also a stain on America’s honor.
Ultimately, while media insiders continue to obsess over Trump’s every move, it’s the poignant absence of Biden and Harris that should draw the most ire. American families who lost loved ones due to a poorly executed withdrawal deserve leaders who honor their sacrifices—not leaders who hide away when the cameras are on. In the grand debate about who truly respects our military and the families who bear its scars, the contrast could not be clearer. Trump showed up when it mattered, while Biden and Harris chose to stay on the couch.
