Gold Star father slams Trump’s 'disgusting' Arlington Cemetery stunt near his son's grave

The Trump team conducted a photo op at Arlington National Cemetery in violation of federal law in a section where service members killed in Afghanistan and Iraq are buried, including Army Captain Humayun Khan, who was awarded a bronze star after being killed in Iraq in 2004. His father, Khizr Khan, who spoke out against Donald Trump's anti-Muslim bigotry during the 2016 presidential campaign, joins Joy Reid on Trump's latest transgression.



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[logandunavant]

As a former Marine I say this man's son was a valiant soldier, a credit to the Army and our country. My condolences Mr and Mrs Khan. Your son was every bit the man you raised him to be.

[audreywellham]

I love this Gold Star Dad. 🤍🕊️ So wonderful parents. 🙏🏻🇺🇸⚖️💙🗽🩺🗳️❕

[stelladonaconfredobutler]

also 9/11 first responders Vets in Section 60

[janicemartinez]

My heart goes out to this man and l agree with everything he is saying ! He is a Gold Star father !!

[echospaw]

My absolute respect and love to my fellow Brothers and Sisters, military veterans, and to those who have fallen in the fight for our freedom, and the world over. From a proud veteran. 💙

[jonrakestraw]

What a beautiful example of an American! His love for his son is always very apparent!
Thank you!

[juligrlee]

This man, his wife and his son gave their lives to this country. We cannot thank them enough.

[stephanieadams]

Mr. Khan, I'm sorry you lost your son. Thank you for advocating for others.

[Beeleeteecee]

This man is a hero along with his son. It is always moving to hear him speak.

[julietate]

Mr. Khan, you show such composure and dignity in the face of such evil. I applaud you, sir, and I'm so sorry for your loss.

[daisydy]

There in Arlington rest the heroes of America who sacrificed their lives so we can live in a free country... The least we could do is to honor and respect their memory.
Thank you to all the families of our fallen soldiers and our Veterans.

[justjayna]

I always appreciate hearing from Mr. Khan. He is always on point with this message. I think it’s because it comes from the heart and soul.

[cmnderbob]

Thank you Sir, you are a true american. God bless you sweet Son!

[stephanieraebel]

This man nailed it!!!! Disrespectful to our fallen.😢😢

[iiprofitzz]

THIS man has NO respect for nothing, NOT even his own family, HOW the heck will HE have respect for America. HE won't, HE will take, take, and take.

[brockroberts]

Such an eloquent speaker on something obviously very emotional. As an American I’d like to extend my apologies to him and all American veterans.

[mikemartin]

Thank you mr khan for standard strong and speaking out.

[TheSuzberry]

The staff at ANC is so kind and caring that this hurts my heart.

[sarahmitchell]

We will never forget these 13 brave Americans — 11 Marines, a Soldier, and a Sailor — who lost their lives defending their teammates and helping to save tens of thousands of Afghans seeking freedom and the opportunity for a better life.

[jackwipe]

Someone help me out. How many other convicted felons in this country out on bail are allowed to commit a clear federal crime and not be taken into custody?