Trump visited soldiers at Walter Reed — but not the 14 injured in the Iran war
Summary
President Donald Trump visited U.S. service members at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center but did not meet the 14 soldiers injured in the war with Iran who are recovering there. The White House confirmed the visit but did not explain why he did not see the wounded troops from Operation Epic Fury.Key Facts
- President Trump visited Walter Reed Military Medical Center during a six-month medical checkup.
- Fourteen soldiers injured in the Iran war, including those from an Iranian drone attack in Kuwait, are recovering at Walter Reed.
- The president did not meet with these wounded soldiers during his visit.
- Sergeant Cory Hicks is one of the injured troops recovering; he suffered serious injuries including a traumatic brain injury.
- President Trump paid tribute to 13 soldiers who died in the Iran war during Memorial Day and a Cabinet meeting.
- It is a tradition for U.S. presidents to visit wounded troops at military hospitals.
- In the past, President Trump has faced criticism for his comments downplaying some soldiers' injuries.
- The Defense Department reports 409 U.S. troops have been injured in the Iran conflict; about 90% have returned to duty.
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