Pres. Trump Denies Calling Fallen Soldiers 'Losers'

Pres. Trump Denies Calling Fallen Soldiers 'Losers'

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The transcript discusses allegations made by The Atlantic magazine that the President made derogatory comments about service members during a 2018 trip to Paris. The President allegedly canceled a visit to an American cemetery, calling the fallen soldiers 'losers.' He denies these claims, asserting his strong support for the military and the VA. The Vice President's national security adviser also defended the President, stating the story lacks merit and emphasizing the President's respect for troops.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did The Atlantic magazine allege the president said about service members killed in battle?

They were forgotten.

They were brave soldiers.

They were losers and suckers.

They were heroes.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During which trip did the president allegedly make controversial comments about service members?

A trip to London in 2019

A trip to Tokyo in 2020

A trip to Paris in 2018

A trip to Berlin in 2017

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the president reportedly ask his aides regarding World War One?

What was the outcome of the war?

Why did the war start?

Who were the good guys in the war?

How many soldiers fought?

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the president respond to the allegations made by The Atlantic?

He confirmed the statements.

He apologized for the comments.

He ignored the allegations.

He denied the claims, calling them fake.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the vice president's national security adviser say about the Atlantic story?

It was partially true.

It absolutely lacks merit.

It was a misunderstanding.

It was confirmed by many.