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Topics: Donald Trump, Social Media, JD Vance, Politics, US News, Twitter, Music
Madison Burgess
Topics: Donald Trump, Social Media, JD Vance, Politics, US News, Twitter, Music
Donald Trump has been facing backlash online for failing to sing along to the song, 'God Bless America'.
The US president, 79, attended a Veterans Day event at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia alongside Vice President JD Vance yesterday (11 November).
He was also accompanied by Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins as they participated in a wreath-laying ceremony to pay tribute to fallen soldiers in the US.
Trump said during a speech: "This morning on these hallowed grounds where generations of American heroes rest in eternal glory, we gather to fulfil the sacred duty of every free man and woman.
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"On Veterans Day, we honour those who have worn the uniform, who have borne the battle, who have stood to watch, and whose ranks have formed the mighty wall of flesh and blood, bravery and devotion that has defended our freedom for 250 years."
He added: "Today, to every veteran, we love our veterans, we say the words too often left unsaid, thank you for your service.
"Thank you very much. And we want to also say thank you for carrying America's fate on your strong, very broad, proud shoulders. Each of you has earned the respect and the gratitude of our entire nation. We love you, we salute you, and we will never forget what you have done to keep America safe, sovereign, and free."
However, the moment that's left people surprised is when it was time to sing along to some patriotic songs, including 'God Bless America'.
All eyes, and cameras, were on the Republican leader who was standing next to Vance.
Trump closed his eyes and sang along to the first three words, which happened to be 'God Bless America', before stopping and bopping around a bit while the others recited the lyrics.
Of course, social media wasn't going to let this slip by and people have rushed to slam the US president for seemingly 'forgetting' the words.
One Twitter user wrote: "In a stunning moment, Trump appears to not know the lyrics to God Bless America after those first three words. Wow."
A second chimed in with: "Trump knows the first three words to 'God Bless America' but that seems to be about it."
While a third wrote: "Not only did he forget the lyrics but he also treated as dance song. I’m surprised he didn’t try to do the YMCA moves to it."
A fourth joked: "Donald only knows the words to YMCA."
And someone else wrote: "I’m Canadian and I know the words. lol what a clown - looks like he was going to bust a move."
Tyla has contacted the White House for comment.