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Jason Kelce, former Eagles center, revealed that both Nick Foles and his wife, Tori, approved of him mentioning Foles' "biggest d--k on the team" in his retirement speech, referencing the iconic Super Bowl 2018 moment. Kelce's emotional 40-minute speech also highlighted memorable moments in Philadelphia, including Foles' pivotal role in the Super Bowl win.
Jason Kelce's ankles were taped for his retirement speech by Eagles associate athletic trainer Joe O’Pella, who had been battling cancer and was unable to tape Kelce's ankles for his last game in the NFL. Kelce, who had his ankles taped by O’Pella throughout his career, wanted him to do it one last time. This heartfelt gesture added to the emotional significance of Kelce's 41-minute retirement speech, during which he highlighted the unity and camaraderie within an NFL locker room.
Former President Trump criticizes Gen. Mark Milley as "slow moving and thinking" after Milley's retirement speech, in which he appeared to slight Trump by stating that the U.S. military does not swear an oath to a "wannabe dictator." Trump also criticizes Milley for making calls to China's military leadership, calling him "stupid and very dangerous." Former Defense Secretary Mark Esper expresses concerns about retribution from Trump, while Milley vows to take appropriate measures to protect himself and his family. Air Force Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr. is confirmed despite a blockade against military promotions.
Retiring Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Mark Milley took a swipe at former President Trump in his retirement speech, stating that the U.S. military does not swear an oath to a "wannabe dictator." Milley, who often clashed with Trump during his tenure, emphasized that the military takes an oath to the Constitution and the idea of America. The ceremony also included the swearing-in of Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. as the incoming Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.