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Trump hails West Point cadets for their accomplishments and takes credit for US military might

On Saturday morning, May 24, 2025, Donald Trump delivered the commencement speech to a graduating class of 1,002 cadets at West Point’s Michie Stadium.
At the beginning of this year, West Point shut down twelve cadet organizations that focused on ethnic, gender, racial, and sexual identities as part of measures prompted by Trump's efforts to roll back diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Trump used the address to congratulate the cadets, emphasize rebuilding the military, and criticize past administrations for undefined missions and politicizing the armed forces.
Trump emphasized that the military's primary focus is on defeating the nation's foes and protecting the American flag with unprecedented dedication.
The event reflected Trump's continued pressure campaign on educational institutions and suggested a military prioritization rooted in an 'America First' ethos amid expected protests.

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