
Trump Expedites Medal of Honor for Maduro Raid Pilot Ahead of State of the Union
President Trump expedited the Medal of Honor for Chief Warrant Officer 5 Eric Slover, the Delta Force helicopter pilot who led an MH-47 through heavy fire during the Venezuela raid (Operation Absolute Resolve). The award was announced at the State of the Union after fast-tracked, in-person recommendations and paperwork, with Slover wounded but keeping control to ensure the mission’s success. Officials emphasize the process followed statutory steps, while noting the speed was unusually rapid and that other awards for crew members were discussed.











