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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Katie Hawkinson

Trump accused of exploiting soldiers’ deaths after fundraising email

  • A political action committee (PAC) linked to Donald Trump used an image of him saluting a deceased soldier's casket in a fundraising email, sparking widespread criticism.
  • The email, from Never Surrender Inc., promoted a 'National Security Briefing Membership' and sought donations, while featuring a photo from a dignified transfer ceremony for U.S. service members killed in an Iranian drone attack.
  • Democratic officials and veterans' groups condemned the fundraising, accusing Trump of exploiting the deaths of service members for financial gain.
  • Fundraising messages connected to Trump have repeatedly referenced the ongoing conflict with Iran since the U.S.-Israeli strikes began, often appearing to be personally authored by him to solicit donations.
  • The conflict has resulted in 13 U.S. service members killed and 140 injured since late February.

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