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Donald Trump: “Corporal Ryan McGee of Fredericksburg, Virginia, knew from…”

Featuring: Donald Trump, Republican | President of the United States | National

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Memorial Day Tribute at Arlington National Cemetery with President Trump and Vice President Vance

Published | Video Starts at 17:24

And thank you, John. And above all, thank you, Elroy. Thank you very much. Please stand up. Thank you, wherever you may be. Thank you very much. Great family. Corporal Ryan McGee of Fredericksburg, Virginia, knew from the time he saw the towers fall on 911 that he wanted to be an Army Ranger. He was an American guy, all American. He was a tough guy. He was at top of everything. In high school, he was captain of the football team and was voted friendliest and most charming by his peers. (17:24–17:34)

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Asserts that Ryan McGee decided to become an Army Ranger after witnessing the 9/11 attacks.

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