President Donald Trump’s first visit to a war zone as the nation’s commander-in-chief was filled with memorable moments but one, in particular, was especially “powerful” for Sarah Sanders.
The White House press secretary was moved by the story of one U.S. soldier in Iraq on Wednesday who told the president that he was inspired to rejoin the military because of Trump’s election.
Powerful moment – Member of United States Army told the President he came back into the military because of him. And President Trump responded, “And I am here because of you.” I met him after and he gave me the patch from his arm. Incredible. #TrumpTroopsVisit pic.twitter.com/WmQf3b2K8X
— Sarah Sanders (@PressSec) December 26, 2018
“And I am here because of you,” the president reportedly told him.
After Trump and first lady Melania left following the surprise Christmas trip to Iraq to visit with U.S. service-members, Sanders shared the story and how she met up with the young man.
“He gave me the patch from his arm,” she wrote. “Incredible.”
The “Brave Rifles” patch referred to the 3rd Cavalry Regiment of the U.S. Army stationed at Fort Hood, Texas.
A short video also showed the president with the particular U.S. soldier as they took a selfie together.
One of the troops while taking a selfie with President Trump: Keep America Great #KAG #TrumpTroopsVisit ??pic.twitter.com/9FbvAj7Wdm
— Katica (@GOPPollAnalyst) December 26, 2018
Trump and the first lady were enthusiastically received, and many were lined up to greet them.
President Trump and the First Lady traveled to Iraq late on Christmas night to visit with our troops and Senior Military leadership to thank them for their service, their success, and their sacrifice and to wish them a Merry Christmas. pic.twitter.com/s2hntnRwpw
— Sarah Sanders (@PressSec) December 26, 2018
And while the mainstream media was all too happy to spread negative reports about Trump and the military, the president proved again how popular he is with the troops.
Many were prepared with their Make America Great Again caps, which the president happily signed. He generously took one selfie after another with the troops, who were obviously happy to have him there for the holiday visit.
And while the networks, like CNN, fired off their despicable criticisms of service members breaking Department of Defense guidelines for political activities, Americans celebrated their sacrifice and the president who genuinely cared about them. Social media users praised Sanders’ story in celebratory reactions on Twitter.
Great job @PressSec! Thanks for going and sharing this w us!
— Tammy Bruce (@HeyTammyBruce) December 27, 2018
It’s great to have a real patriot at the helm. #MAGA
— Randy Davis (@ChalkArtist) December 27, 2018
I sure wish these moments were shared with the masses on all media outlets. Thank you @PressSec and @realDonaldTrump
— Julie Ann Proctor (@JULZ44JULZ) December 27, 2018
My son joined the Army in July because he wanted to serve our great country under a president who puts his country first!
— Capt Tony G. (@CaptainTonyG) December 27, 2018
Awesome!! I love & support our military. President Trump’s visit was wonderful and hope our brave military felt our President’s admiration & appreciation as they deserve. Thanks for sharing Sarah!
— Jill W (@JillW10) December 27, 2018
It’s wow..great..???
— Xie Gun Man (@man_xie) December 27, 2018
3rd Armored Cavalry – makes me extremely proud to have served in the Brave Rifles.
Sgt. Jay ’83-’85 U.S.A.
????— Jay Dayvault (@DayvaultJay) December 27, 2018
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