President Trump made a lighthearted comment during a speech in North Dakota, suggesting he would award himself and his two sons the Congressional Medal of Honor, jokingly referring to it as a “threesome.” The speech, held at the dedication ceremony for the new Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, saw Trump playfully mention the idea of honoring his sons alongside himself with the prestigious military award.
The President, after his teleprompters malfunctioned, humorously remarked on the possibility of receiving the Medal of Honor with his sons, drawing comparisons to the historic father-son recipients, Arthur and Douglas MacArthur. While addressing the audience about his contemplation of bestowing the honor upon himself and his sons, Trump playfully mentioned the scenario of a “threesome,” later clarifying that it was said in jest.
Trump’s witty remark elicited laughter from the crowd, although the unconventional use of the term ‘threesome’ to describe the hypothetical awarding of the medal to himself and his sons raised eyebrows. This incident is not the first time Trump has sparked controversy with his comments, having faced criticism previously for remarks about his daughter, Ivanka Trump. Notably, past statements made by Trump regarding women and girls, including Ivanka, have drawn scrutiny.
In the past, Trump’s remarks about Ivanka, such as comments made during her involvement in the Miss Teen USA pageant, have stirred debate. Trump’s playful banter about his daughter’s appearance and hypothetical scenarios, like her posing for Playboy, have been met with mixed reactions. Despite the controversies surrounding his comments, Trump’s spokesperson clarified that his remarks were intended as jokes and self-deprecating humor.
