During a campaign event in Iowa, former President Donald Trump criticized military officials, specifically mocking General Mark Milley and referring to them as "some of the dumbest people" he has ever encountered. Trump's supporters applauded his remarks. This is not the first time Trump has made disparaging comments about members of the military, as he has previously referred to disabled veterans as "suckers" and "losers." Trump's criticism of Milley was cited as part of the reason for a gag order placed on him by Judge Tanya Chutkan.
General Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, discusses the U.S.'s involvement in the war in Ukraine, highlighting the top-secret command center in the Pentagon where intelligence collected from the battlefields is monitored. Milley acknowledges the intensity of the conflict, with Ukraine facing stiffer-than-expected resistance in their offensive against Russian frontlines. The U.S. provides both military equipment and valuable intelligence to Ukraine, helping them defend themselves and providing situational awareness. The goal is for Ukraine to reach the city of Melitopol and cut Russian-occupied territory in two. The war will continue until one side achieves their political objectives or both sides decide to negotiate.
