Donald Trump lashed out at President Joe Biden on Sunday, demanding the removal of an attack ad that features controversial quotes. The ad, which Trump vehemently denies, has reignited a fierce political battle. As tensions rise, both sides accuse each other of spreading misinformation.
Trump Demands Biden Remove Attack Ad
Donald Trump urged President Joe Biden to withdraw an attack ad on Sunday, featuring quotes where Trump allegedly mocked dead soldiers. This call came as Biden honored fallen troops in France, at the same cemetery Trump skipped visiting in 2018.
Trump Denies Mocking Fallen Troops
Trump has consistently denied making derogatory comments about the soldiers, which were first reported in 2020. He dismissed the claims, calling them fabrications, and insisted he never called the Marines “suckers” or “losers.”
Rally in Las Vegas: Trump Speaks Out
At a rally in Las Vegas, Trump reiterated his denials, accusing Biden of spreading lies. He condemned the use of these claims in an attack ad, labeling it as dishonest and politically motivated.
Biden’s Ad Targets Trump
The ad, launched during Biden’s visit to Normandy, highlighted the controversial quotes and included audio of Trump disparaging the late Sen. John McCain. Trump had previously criticized McCain, saying he preferred soldiers who weren’t captured.
Trump on Political Opponents
During his speech, Trump lashed out at his opponents, accusing them of inventing stories for political gain. He questioned who would make such remarks, labeling them as outrageous and untrue.
Ignoring Advisers’ Advice
Trump also criticized advisers who suggested ignoring the allegations, stating he felt compelled to address them. He insisted it was inconceivable for him to insult fallen soldiers, especially in front of military personnel.
Trump Denounces Allegations on Truth Social
Trump’s outrage continued on Truth Social with posts dismissing the “losers and suckers” claim as a “Democrat Disinformation ‘hit job’.” He argued that only someone with a vendetta would believe he made such statements.
Accusations of Desperation
Trump criticized the use of the alleged comments in an advertisement, calling it a sign of desperation. He boasted about his contributions to the military, contrasting himself with President Biden, whom he disparaged as “dumb as a rock.”
Call to Remove the Ad
In his posts, Trump demanded Biden remove the “Fake Ad,” accusing him of weaponizing justice against a political opponent. He reiterated that he never insulted fallen soldiers, calling those who spread the claim “FASCIST SCUM.”
Trump’s Fierce Rebuttal
Trump’s messages on Truth Social were a fierce rebuttal to the accusations, reinforcing his stance. He urged his followers to remember the source of the allegations, framing them as part of a broader attack on the country.
