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Trump's Violent Posts Spark Outrage and Condemnation
11/22/2025
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Story summary
- U.S. President Donald Trump drew condemnation after posts urging death for lawmakers who advise disobedience by service members.
- Trump reiterated the sentiment by reposting "Hang them, George Washington would" after a video urging service members to refuse illegal orders.
- Governor Josh Shapiro condemned the posts as inciting political violence and deepening national divides.
- Pennsylvania Rep. Chris Deluzio said Trump ignored constitutional principles.
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer urged bipartisan condemnation of the statements.
