Biden removes his American flag pin, gives it to former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan

Pres. Biden removed his flag pin to give to Paul Whelan, the former U.S. Marine freed in a prisoner exchange with Russia.

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[WomanofGod-jccj]

HE'S SO HUMBLE AND EMPATHETIC. THAT'S WHAT A PRESIDENT SHOULD BE. ❤❤❤

[mcdan]

What a gentleman. He's been through so much scrutiny, tragedies and health issues. And yet, he still stands tall and smiles!
I am very sorry if I've been critical of him. He is a real hero!

[katieh]

Touching. Bless him and his family after years of service to this country.

[advocacynaccountablity]

What a dignified, compassionate soul. Generations of this man's family will cherish this generosity.

[melissazoubek]

I’m married to a veteran, my father was a Marine who served in Vietnam. I started to cry this moment was so touching. Thank you President Biden for your service and for bringing the hostages home❤❤❤

[DeAlkebulan]

Excellence, class and compassion that comes from the heart. GOD keep you President Biden

[PeggyMalone-kpfp]

What a display of respect and honor on the part of both these patriots.
Thank you both for your service to this country.
You are appreciated!

[robertrezac]

Ladies and gentlemen that’s what a real leader looks like

[dulcelitaricabo]

❤Thank you Mr. Pres. JB❤ for a Good Respectful Act.😊 of America.❤ GOD bless you and American people.😊

[nixtunes]

A true leader. Humble, dignified, caring.

[c.theodorelang]

100% class act and true American. Respect and dignity never gets old. 🇺🇸

[blackstrongmom]

That moment says more about who we really are than anything that could ever be said about us as a people in this country. This is what America should be. United ………

[nicholasallred]

No matter what side you're on, we should all respect the men who fought for this country

[jthomas]

Salute to the both of you from this Veteran ❤

[yeswecn]

What a class act! A show of dignity, respect and compassion always comes naturally and effortlessly.

[danflores]

I come from a family of Retired/Combat Veterans, some of which have served (Drafted into service) in WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam, who were awarded and earned Valorous medals/decorations; Purple Hearts, POW/MIA. As an Iraq, Afghanistan and Africa Combat Veteran myself, I sincerely and Respectfully Thank You, President Joe Biden for standing firm, never forgetting and for bringing our Servicemen and Servicewomen back home. You are a True Leader.

[judymelchert]

That touched my heart. What a moving gesture of respect

[karengoodwin]

That is an act of grace and patriotism to another who deserves it.

[trucknlifewithladybelle]

Very compassionate and heartwarming, his family, and he will never forget it

[izodman]

What an act of kindness and appreciation! It’s pleasing to see moments like this during a time when our country is divided.