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Trump Honors Fallen Deputies with Inaugural Medals of Sacrifice

5/21/2025

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On May 19, President Trump honored the families of three fallen Palm Beach County deputies—Cpl. Luis Paez Jr., Deputy Ralph Waller Jr., and Deputy Ignacio Diaz—by presenting them with the inaugural Medals of Sacrifice. Tragically killed by an SUV while aiding a stranded motorist, their bravery and dedication were celebrated, ensuring their heroic legacy lives on.

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On May 19, President Trump honored the families of three fallen Palm Beach County deputies—Cpl. Luis Paez Jr., Deputy Ralph Waller Jr., and Deputy Ignacio Diaz—by presenting them with the inaugural Medals of Sacrifice. Tragically killed by an SUV while aiding a stranded motorist, their bravery and dedication were celebrated, ensuring their heroic legacy lives on.