And the unexpected “logistical difficulties” hardly stands up either - not like a balmy sunny day was likely in early November.
It wasn’t even raining!
Presumably on the fear he’d get someone even worse as COS but hard to know what benefit he is currently providing the country - Trump seems to largely ignore him these days.How does Kelly stomach working for Trump?
From ReutersIs it really the official line that the weather was too bad to attend?
How does Kelly stomach working for Trump?
Donald Trump has reportedly tried to fire John Kelly, but failed because the White House chief of staff “just ignores him”.
The president wants rid of the former Marine Corps general but “doesn’t know who to call to fire him” as Mr Kelly himself usually carries out his sackings, according to an administration staffer.
From Reuters
“(Their attendance) has been canceled due to scheduling and logistical difficulties caused by the weather,” the White House said in a statement, adding that a delegation lead by Chief of Staff John Kelly, a retired general, went instead.
I think it's the duty of the press to robustly challenge, especially where someone is clearly amoral. I think the president's office does not demand deference simply because of the office, and I do not think that it is rude to call out lies and dangerous statements.I am not defending Trump, you seem to be defending one rude person by attacking a different rude person......
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