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Trump Awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Hockey Goalie, Salutes Veterans at State of the Union
politics21 hours ago

Trump Awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Hockey Goalie, Salutes Veterans at State of the Union

At the State of the Union, President Trump announced several medals, notably awarding the Presidential Medal of Freedom to U.S. men’s hockey goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, along with a Purple Heart to National Guardsman Andrew Wolfe, the Legion of Merit to Coast Guard rescue swimmer Scott Ruskan, and two Medals of Honor to Eric Slover and Royce Williams, as the hockey team entered the chamber and Trump framed the moment as a sign of national “wins.”

via The New York Times|
#connor-hellebuyck#military-awards#politics
Trump awards military and Olympic heroes during State of the Union
politics1 day ago

Trump awards military and Olympic heroes during State of the Union

At the State of the Union, President Trump awarded Purple Hearts to West Virginia National Guard members Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe and, posthumously, the family of Spc. Sarah Beckstrom; Olympic hockey goalie Connor Hellebuyck received the Presidential Medal of Freedom; Navy Capt. E. Royce Williams, aged 100, was awarded the Medal of Honor for a long-secret 1952 Korean War air engagement; Chief Warrant Officer Eric Slover received the Medal of Honor for the Maduro operation in Venezuela; Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Scott Ruskan earned the Legion of Merit for rescuing dozens during July 2025 Texas floods.

via CBS News|
#medal-of-honor#politics#presidential-medal-of-freedom
Trump salutes U.S. Olympic hockey gold at State of the Union, hints at White House invite for women’s team
sports1 day ago

Trump salutes U.S. Olympic hockey gold at State of the Union, hints at White House invite for women’s team

President Trump honored the U.S. men’s Olympic hockey team during the State of the Union, praising their gold medal and saying goalie Connor Hellebuyck will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom; he also referenced inviting the women’s team to the White House, though they did not attend due to scheduling. About 20 members of the men’s team attended a Washington Oval Office event after returning from Milan, with several players not present at the speech, and the group entered the House Chamber later to a standing ovation.

via The New York Times|
#donald-trump#hellebuyck#presidential-medal-of-freedom
Trump awards Charlie Kirk Presidential Medal on his 32nd birthday
politics4 months ago

Trump awards Charlie Kirk Presidential Medal on his 32nd birthday

President Donald Trump posthumously awarded Charlie Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom, honoring him as a fearless patriot and influential conservative activist, shortly after Kirk's tragic death by gunshot at a university event. The ceremony highlighted Kirk's impact on conservative politics and his close ties to Trump, amidst Trump's busy international trip and other awardees. Kirk's divisive politics and controversial statements were also noted.

via AP News|
#awards#charlie-kirk#donald-trump
Trump to posthumously award Charlie Kirk the Medal of Freedom
politics4 months ago

Trump to posthumously award Charlie Kirk the Medal of Freedom

President Donald Trump is expected to posthumously award Charlie Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom on what would have been his 32nd birthday, honoring his influence as a conservative activist and his tragic death at Utah Valley University. The ceremony follows Kirk's memorial service and highlights his role in shaping Trump's movement among young conservatives, despite some controversial comments.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|
#charlie-kirk#conservative#memorial
Trump plans to award Rudy Giuliani the Presidential Medal of Freedom
politics5 months ago

Trump plans to award Rudy Giuliani the Presidential Medal of Freedom

Donald Trump announced he will award Rudy Giuliani the Presidential Medal of Freedom, despite Giuliani's controversial role in the 2020 election and recent legal issues, following his serious injuries from a car crash. Giuliani, once celebrated for his leadership after 9/11, has faced disbarment and criminal charges related to election claims, but Trump praised him as a great American patriot.

via The Guardian|
#2020-us-election#car-crash#donald-trump
Tiger Woods Lost Sleep Over Trump Assassination Attempt Before British Open
sportspolitics1 year ago

Tiger Woods Lost Sleep Over Trump Assassination Attempt Before British Open

Tiger Woods had a sleepless flight to Scotland for the 2024 British Open after former President Donald Trump was shot in an assassination attempt during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Woods, who has a longstanding relationship with Trump, was deeply affected by the incident and struggled to focus on his preparations for the tournament. Trump was shot by 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, who was subsequently killed by Secret Service agents.

via New York Post |
#assassination-attempt#british-open#donald-trump