On Memorial Day 2025, President Donald Trump used his Truth Social platform to launch a vicious attack on President Joe Biden and Democratic leaders, marking the occasion with inflammatory rhetoric instead of honoring fallen service members.
In a post devoid of traditional Memorial Day tributes, Trump referred to Democrats as “SCUM” and accused them of attempting to “destroy our country through warped radical left minds.”
Further intensifying his remarks, Trump shared a message from right-wing influencer Rogan O’Handley, known as “DC Draino,” which labeled Biden as “a decrepit corpse” manipulated into signing legislation via autopen. The message also called for the arrest of those responsible for alleged election fraud and the subsequent hijacking of the country.
This repost came shortly after news broke that President Biden is battling an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones. Trump initially expressed sympathy, stating he and the First Lady were “saddened” by the diagnosis. However, he later suggested that Biden’s doctors may have been aware of the condition for some time but chose not to disclose it.
The timing and content of Trump’s posts have drawn criticism for politicizing a day meant to honor military service and sacrifice. Observers have noted that such rhetoric could deepen national divisions and detract from the solemnity of Memorial Day.
As the nation reflects on the sacrifices made by service members, Trump has focused on partisan attacks.
