The U.S. Army has defended an Arlington National Cemetery employee who was pushed aside during former President Donald Trump’s visit earlier this week, emphasizing her professionalism amid what it called unfair attacks.
While the military typically remains apolitical, the Army issued a statement after the incident, which occurred during Trump’s wreath-laying ceremony honoring 13 service members killed in Afghanistan.
The controversy arose when Trump’s campaign took videos in Section 60 of the cemetery, an area considered sacred and where political activities are prohibited.
The incident has sparked concerns about the politicization of the military, with some veterans and officials criticizing Trump’s actions. Despite the outcry, the Army has stated that the matter is closed, as the employee did not press charges.
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