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Trump at Coast Guard, Says War Won’t End for Midterms

5/21/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump gave the Coast Guard Academy commencement in New London on May 20, 2026, as heat caused a medical incident.
He praised the class’s heroism, warned they will be tested, and noted the Iran war is in its 12th week.
Trump said he is not in a hurry to end the war because of domestic political concerns and the November midterm elections.

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U.S. President Donald Trump gave the Coast Guard Academy commencement in New London on May 20, 2026, as heat caused a medical incident.
He praised the class’s heroism, warned they will be tested, and noted the Iran war is in its 12th week.
Trump said he is not in a hurry to end the war because of domestic political concerns and the November midterm elections.