Trump delivered a Memorial Day speech that started by praising the bravery of the nation’s fallen troops. The Arlington ceremony began with respect and tradition.
Yet midway through, Trump pivoted to policy criticisms and election-year themes. Without naming Biden, he attacked past governance and promised better leadership ahead.
Social media posts from earlier that day amplified his confrontational tone. Critics argue that the former president missed a chance to unite the country and instead used the occasion to fuel division.