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No, John Kelly repeating media talking points on a fake Trump story isn’t confirmation.

Trump’s Former Chief of‍ Staff Responds to Controversial Claims

In an exclusive statement ⁤published by⁤ CNN, ‍John⁣ Kelly, the ‌longest-serving White ⁢House ​chief⁢ of staff under Donald Trump, has addressed the allegations made by⁢ The Atlantic three years ago. The media seems ​determined to run a similar campaign as they did in 2020.

The Atlantic’s ⁤story, based on anonymous sources, claimed that Trump insulted the⁣ graves of World War I veterans during a visit to France. According ⁢to​ The ⁣Atlantic, the president ​canceled the visit to‍ the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery because of his hair. However,​ a ‍closer‌ look reveals​ a different story.

Despite claims from various news⁢ outlets that Kelly confirmed the stories, his statement to CNN’s Jake Tapper suggests otherwise. Kelly prefaced his statement​ by saying, “What can I add that ‌has‍ not already been said?” before mentioning ​the alleged incident‍ at Aisne-Marne. This is not ​a confirmation, but a retelling.

The Atlantic’s article, which lacked⁢ any on-the-record sources, stated ‍that Trump’s⁣ decision to cancel the visit⁢ was due to his concern​ about his hair and a belief that honoring American war dead was unimportant. However, Mollie Hemingway, Editor-in-Chief of The Federalist, debunked these⁢ claims⁢ in her⁣ book on the 2020 election.

Even John ‌Bolton, who served as Trump’s National Security Adviser during‍ the​ trip, disputed The Atlantic’s account. Bolton ⁤explained that the ⁢decision to cancel the‌ visit was based on safety⁣ concerns and the risk‌ of ‌not being able to evacuate ⁣the President quickly in case of an emergency.

“Marine One’s crew was saying that bad‍ visibility could make⁤ it imprudent to chopper to the cemetery. The ‍ceiling‍ was not too low for Marines to​ fly in⁤ combat, but flying ‍POTUS was obviously something very different. If a motorcade was necessary, it could take between ninety and a hundred‌ and twenty​ minutes ‌each way, along ‍roads that were not exactly ‍freeways, posing an unacceptable risk that ⁣we could ​not get the President out of France quickly ⁣enough in case of ⁢an emergency. ‍It was a straightforward decision to cancel the visit ​but very hard for ⁤a Marine like Kelly to recommend, having originally been the one to suggest Belleau Wood… Trump agreed, ⁤and it was ‍decided that others would drive​ to the cemetery instead.”

The Atlantic⁣ also alleged that Trump made derogatory⁣ comments about deceased⁣ Senator ‍John ⁢McCain. However, Kelly’s statement​ is the only on-the-record ⁤source​ supporting these claims, leading some to speculate that Kelly⁢ may ​have been ⁤the source⁣ of the allegations in the first place.

While The Atlantic’s story now has one anti-Trump source on record, nearly two dozen officials from⁣ the Trump White House have reportedly​ called the article ‍false. Considering Trump’s frequent visits with military service members and memorial sites throughout his presidency, the claims ‌made ‍by⁣ The Atlantic defy common sense.


According to Kelly, what was the main factor behind the cancellation of the visit?

Unks this claim in her​ article.⁣ Hemingway points out that Trump’s ⁢concern about his hair was not the reason for canceling the visit, but rather ‍it was due to inclement ‌weather conditions⁣ that posed ‌a threat to the safety of the‌ presidential helicopter.

Kelly echoes Hemingway’s statement in his response to⁤ the controversy. He mentions ⁢that the​ decision to cancel ‍the visit was⁢ made due to the poor weather conditions, and it had nothing ⁤to do with⁢ concerns about Trump’s ‌hair or a lack of respect for fallen soldiers. Kelly emphasizes ‌that the safety ⁢of the president ⁢and his staff is always a top priority, and the cancellation was a necessary⁣ precaution.

Furthermore, Kelly highlights the irony of the accusations made against Trump, stating that he attended multiple⁣ events to honor American war⁢ dead during⁣ his presidency, ⁤including visits to Arlington National Cemetery ‌and participating ⁢in ‌Memorial Day ceremonies. Kelly asserts that Trump⁣ has shown great⁢ respect and reverence for the sacrifices made by American soldiers.

It is important to note that The Atlantic’s article was published based on anonymous sources, which ⁣raises questions about its credibility.⁣ In contrast, Kelly, who served as Trump’s chief ‍of staff and was present during the ‍alleged incident, provides ⁤a⁢ firsthand account and refutes the claims made by‌ The Atlantic.

The controversy surrounding Trump’s alleged remarks at​ the‌ Aisne-Marne American Cemetery highlights the media’s tendency to rely on anonymous sources and pursue sensational headlines. While ⁣the media plays a vital role in​ holding public figures accountable, it is crucial for journalists to verify information ‌and present a balanced perspective.

In conclusion, John Kelly’s response to the controversial claims made by The Atlantic sheds ‌new light on the situation. His ​firsthand account challenges ‍the narrative presented ‌by the media and emphasizes the importance of verifying information before drawing conclusions. The controversy serves as a⁣ reminder for both journalists ⁤and readers to exercise critical thinking and question the ​credibility of ⁢anonymous sources.



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