Official claims Trump aide forcefully removed Arlington National Cemetery employee during ceremony

During a visit to Arlington National Cemetery, an aide to former President Donald Trump pushed aside a cemetery employee to take photos and videos during a commemoration with families of service members killed in the 2021 Kabul airport attack. Military police were called, but the matter is considered closed as the employee chose not to press charges. The incident occurred in Section 60, where fallen service members from the Iraq and Afghanistan wars are buried. Trump’s campaign spokesman denies the allegations and claims the cemetery employee initiated the physical contact. Trump had permission to have a photographer present at the ceremony, despite federal regulations prohibiting partisan political activities at Army cemeteries. Trump was invited by family members to the ceremony and was documented posing for a photo beside the grave of Marine Staff Sgt. Darin “Taylor” Hoover. The incident has raised questions about the conduct of those attending such ceremonies and respecting the dignity of fallen service members. The Arlington National Cemetery conducts nearly 3,000 public ceremonies a year without incident and its staff is dedicated to ensuring these events are conducted with respect. The incident, while unfortunate, is now considered closed by the Army.

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