Donald Trump Blasts Joe Biden, Judges on His Memorial Day Post
Former President Trump marked Memorial Day by attacking judges in his trials and calling political opponents "human scum," while criticizing President Biden and Judge Lewis Kaplan. Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images

On Memorial Day, former President Donald Trump attacked judges handling his legal cases and called his political rivals "human scum" on Truth Social.

Contrasting President Joe Biden's solemn remarks at Arlington National Cemetery, Trump began with a post honoring fallen soldiers but quickly shifted to criticizing Biden and several judges, The Hill reports.

Trump labeled Judge Lewis Kaplan, who ruled against him in a defamation case brought by E. Jean Carroll, as a "Radical Left, Trump Hating Federal Judge."

He also attacked Judge Arthur Engoron, who fined Trump over $450 million in a civil fraud trial, calling him a "wacko," and hinted at future attacks on Judge Juan Merchan, overseeing his criminal hush money trial.

Trump's statements underscore his contentious relationship with the judiciary amid his ongoing legal battles.

Contrast with Biden's Memorial Day Speech

President Joe Biden delivered a poignant speech at Arlington National Cemetery, reflecting on his son Beau Biden's death from brain cancer, likely linked to military service in Iraq.

He empathized with families of fallen veterans, acknowledging his own enduring grief nine years after Beau's passing.

Biden expressed both pain and pride in their sacrifice, recalling Beau's commitment to duty, according to Forbes.

Meanwhile, congressional leaders also honored veterans with statements of remembrance.

In contrast, Trump's Memorial Day post intensified attacks on E. Jean Carroll and other adversaries involved in his ongoing legal battles.

Despite a hefty defamation verdict against him, Trump denied meeting Carroll and criticized her for lack of specific details and evidence.

Carroll's lawyer hinted at potential legal action if Trump persisted in defamatory remarks. Trump's campaign declined immediate comment on the matter.

His actions on Memorial Day underscored his confrontational approach amid legal challenges.

Background on Carroll's Accusations

In 2019, E. Jean Carroll accused Donald Trump of sexual assault in the 1990s, leading to a defamation lawsuit when Trump denied knowing her and disparaged her appearance.

A second lawsuit in November 2022 included allegations of defamation and sexual assault.

Despite a jury finding Trump liable for defamation and awarding Carroll $5 million, it rejected the rape claim. In January, Trump was ordered to pay Carroll $83.3 million in damages.

On Memorial Day, Trump reiterated his denial of Carroll's accusations, prompting a response from her lawyer, Roberta Kaplan, who indicated they were considering further legal action, CNBC noted.

Trump's Memorial Day post, focusing on attacking political opponents rather than honoring fallen service members, drew criticism from the Biden campaign and others.

Kaplan suggested the possibility of a new defamation lawsuit, citing the statute of limitations and ongoing monitoring of Trump's statements about Carroll.

Donald Trump's aggressive stance on Memorial Day contrasts sharply with the solemn observances of President Biden and other leaders, underscoring his confrontational approach amid legal and political challenges.

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Written by: Ross Key

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