January 31st 2024.
The recent tragedy of three U.S. Army soldiers losing their lives has sparked controversy surrounding White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. During a guest appearance on MSNBC, Jean-Pierre expressed her condolences to the families of the fallen soldiers. However, she added an interesting sentiment, stating that they died "fighting on behalf of this administration."
"Our deepest and heartfelt condolences go out to the families who lost these brave military members," Jean-Pierre stated. "They were always fighting for the American people and, most importantly, for this administration."
The families of Spc. Kennedy Sanders, Spc. Breonna Moffett, and Sgt. William Jerome Rivers were devastated by the news of their loved ones' deaths. The three soldiers, who were based in Georgia, were killed in a drone attack on Jan. 27 near the Syrian border in Jordan. President Joe Biden confirmed the attack, claiming that it was carried out by "radical, Iran-backed militant groups operating in Syria and Iraq."
After promising a response, President Biden's words offer little comfort to the families of the fallen soldiers. For Breonna Moffett's parents, their only hope is that the violence does not escalate any further. They shared that Breonna had just celebrated her 23rd birthday nine days prior to the attack. "I just hope and pray no other family has to go through this," said Francine Moffett, Breonna's mother. "It takes your heart and your soul."
However, Jean-Pierre's comments about the soldiers fighting for the administration received harsh criticism. Simon Ateba, the Chief White House Correspondent at Today News Africa, took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to express his confusion with her statement. Meanwhile, Jeremy Redfern, the Press Secretary for Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, called her comments "disgusting."
"Say what you will about this word salad, but the idea that anyone in the military is fighting on behalf of any administration is precisely what is wrong with the DC ruling class," Redfern tweeted.
Congressman Pat Fallon also weighed in, stating that involving the administration in the soldiers' deaths was "disrespectful."
"Our service members swear an oath to defend the Constitution of the United States," Rep. Fallon wrote. "They are not fighting on behalf of the Biden team. This is incredibly disrespectful."
It's a sentiment shared by many, including a Black veteran who is currently suing the VA over the agency's denial of PTSD benefits to Black soldiers. The criticism of Jean-Pierre's statement has led to her being called "an embarrassment" by some.
The loss of these three brave soldiers is a tragic event, and it's important to remember and honor their sacrifices. However, it's equally important to acknowledge that they were not fighting for any administration, but for the principles and values of our country.
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