While Memorial Day is traditionally a time for solemn reflection and honoring fallen service members, former President Donald Trump chose a notably different approach this year — one that’s ignited heated debate across the political spectrum.
Instead of focusing solely on remembrance, Trump used part of the holiday to share a blistering social media post targeting his political rivals, leaving many questioning whether he missed the spirit of the occasion altogether.
On Monday, as Americans gathered at cemeteries and monuments to honor those who gave their lives in military service, Trump took to Truth Social with a message that began not with unity, but fury:
“Happy Memorial Day to all, including the scum that spent the last four years trying to destroy our country through warped radical left minds.