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Trump Faces Backlash for 'USA' Cap at Soldiers' Ceremony

3/11/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump faced backlash for wearing a 'USA' cap at a dignified transfer for six fallen soldiers at Dover Air Force Base.
Critics including Gavin Newsom and Whoopi Goldberg said the attire disrespected ceremony.
Fox News apologized after airing footage of Trump without the hat.
Trump dismissed calls to rethink military actions in Iran, stating, "We're winning the war by a lot," as condemnation grew.

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U.S. President Donald Trump faced backlash for wearing a 'USA' cap at a dignified transfer for six fallen soldiers at Dover Air Force Base.
Critics including Gavin Newsom and Whoopi Goldberg said the attire disrespected ceremony.
Fox News apologized after airing footage of Trump without the hat.
Trump dismissed calls to rethink military actions in Iran, stating, "We're winning the war by a lot," as condemnation grew.