Ex-Trump Aide Backs Kelly: Trump 'Doesn't' Understand the Military
In a stunning rebuke, a former Trump administration aide has come out in support of General John Kelly, the former White House Chief of Staff, amidst ongoing tensions between the two. The former aide, who requested anonymity, stated that Trump simply "doesn't understand the military" and that Kelly's handling of the situation was "entirely appropriate."
This public disagreement comes on the heels of a series of escalating conflicts between the former President and his one-time confidante. The point of contention? Trump's continued attempts to undermine Kelly's legacy by falsely claiming the general was responsible for a botched military raid in Yemen.
The unnamed source, who worked closely with Kelly during his time in the White House, paints a stark picture of Trump's ignorance. "The President has no clue how the military works," the source claimed. "He thinks everything should be handled like a business deal, and that's just not how the military operates."
This latest development further highlights the deep divisions within the Republican party, as Trump's loyalists continue to defend his actions. While some Republican lawmakers have publicly supported Kelly's account of events, others remain firmly in Trump's corner, echoing his claims that Kelly's handling of the Yemen raid was incompetent.
With both Trump and Kelly continuing to speak out publicly, the feud shows no signs of abating. The former President's ongoing attacks on Kelly, a decorated military veteran, have drawn criticism from both sides of the aisle, with many condemning the attacks as unpatriotic and disrespectful.
The question remains: will this public spat further erode trust in the Republican party, or will Trump's supporters continue to stand by him? Only time will tell how this latest controversy will impact the political landscape.