Thanksgiving at Mar-a-Lago wasn’t just about family, gratitude, and tradition — it also included President Donald Trump doing what he always does best: supporting America’s military and holding the media accountable when they try to twist reality into whatever narrative fits their agenda.

As part of the holiday event, President Trump joined U.S. service members for a call thanking them for their dedication and sacrifices. But the moment took a heartbreaking turn when he shared devastating news about one of the National Guard members ambushed in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday.

Twenty-year-old Sarah Beckstrom, one of the two Guardsmen targeted in the terrorist attack just blocks from the White House, tragically passed away from her injuries.

“She’s just passed away. She’s no longer with us,” Trump said. “She’s looking down at us right now. Her parents are with her.”
A sobering reminder of the real dangers America faces — and why we need leadership that actually acknowledges them.

Of course, the media couldn’t help themselves. Reporters immediately began pressing Trump about the suspect: 29-year-old Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal, who came into the country under Joe Biden’s disastrous 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal. Trump reaffirmed what he had already made crystal clear Wednesday night: every Afghan brought in under Biden needs to be fully re-vetted.

Naturally, this triggered the press — because nothing irritates them more than Trump pointing out the consequences of Biden’s reckless decisions. As they attempted their usual woke performance routines, Trump pushed back hard, reminding them that Americans are paying the price for what happened in 2021.

The back-and-forth was classic Trump: sharp, direct, unfiltered, and absolutely unwilling to let reporters gaslight the public about who created this national security mess in the first place. Several clips from the exchange show exactly that energy — the kind the media hates, and Americans appreciate.

Trump also hinted at more details about his plans regarding Venezuela, reinforcing what he said earlier this week about confronting drug traffickers not only by sea but also by land. In other words: whether it’s terrorism or narcotrafficking, America is going back to having a president who actually takes threats seriously.

Even on Thanksgiving, Trump delivered clarity, strength, and honesty — qualities this country could use a whole lot more of right now. And in moments of tragedy, moments of truth, and moments of leadership, one thing remains constant: hope stays alive when real leadership stands firm.