DNC deletes Memorial Day post after bipartisan criticism

The Democratic National Committee deleted a Memorial Day social media post after facing bipartisan criticism for politicizing the deaths of American service members. The post, which was shared on Monday, featured photographs of fallen troops and stated, "Today, we honor the American heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in Trump's war with Iran."

The message drew swift condemnation from veterans, political figures, and members of the public who argued that Memorial Day should remain focused on remembrance rather than partisan messaging. Among the most prominent critics was Senator Tammy Duckworth, a Democratic senator and combat veteran who lost both legs in the Iraq War. She publicly condemned the post, calling it "incredibly distasteful to use our heroic dead for a political attack on Memorial Day." Duckworth added, "I'm a Democrat and I condemn this post by the DNC."

Representative Jason Crow, a Democrat and former Army Ranger who served tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, also criticized the post. He stated it was wrong to politicize the day and that using deceased service members as political props fell short of the moral high ground.

Following the backlash, the DNC quietly...