Medal of Honor

US President Donald Trump attends a Medal of Honor ceremony at the White House on June 18, 2026, awarding the highest military honor to two individuals, one posthumously.

James Capers Jr. received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Vietnam War, where he led his Marines through a deadly ambush despite severe injuries. He dedicated the award to fallen comrades and expressed bittersweet feelings due to personal and military losses, including the deaths of his son and wife.

President Trump presented the Medal of Honor to retired U.S. Marine Corps Major James Capers Jr. during a White House ceremony on June 18. The president assisted Capers as he stood before awarding him the nation’s highest military honor.

Trump joked about wanting to award himself the Medal of Honor but was informed he couldn't do it ahead of a White House presentation.

President Donald Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to three veterans for their acts of heroism in Vietnam and Afghanistan.

Trump joked about wanting to award himself the Medal of Honor before a White House presentation but was informed he could not do it. The statement references a self-deprecating remark about the limitations of self-awarded honors.

President Donald Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to three veterans for acts of heroism in Vietnam and Afghanistan. The recipients included Marine Corps Maj. James Capers Jr. and Army Maj. Nicholas Dockery, along with Marine Corps Col. John W. Ripley, who was honored posthumously.

President Donald Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to three veterans for their acts of heroism in Vietnam and Afghanistan.

President Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to three veterans for their heroic actions in Vietnam and Afghanistan. The recipients included Marine Corps Maj. James Capers Jr. for rescuing Marines during an ambush, Army Maj. Nicholas Dockery for rescuing wounded soldiers in Afghanistan, and Marine Corps Col. John W. Ripley, posthumously honored for destroying a bridge to halt enemy forces in Vietnam.

President Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to three veterans, including Marine Corps Maj. James Capers Jr., Army Maj. Nicholas Dockery, and Marine Col. John W. Ripley, who died in 2008, during a ceremony at the White House recognizing their service in the Vietnam and Afghanistan wars.

President Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to three war heroes who fought in Vietnam and the War on Terrorism. He assisted 88-year-old Major James Capers, Jr., a Marine veteran, in receiving the highest military decoration.

President Donald Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to three U.S. military members for acts of gallantry in combat. Recipients included Major James Capers Jr. (U.S. Marine Corps) for actions in Vietnam, Colonel John W. Ripley (posthumous) for actions in Vietnam, and Major Nicholas Dockery (U.S. Army) for actions in Afghanistan.

Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer criticized the controversial design of the Global War on Terror Memorial during an interview, calling it unrepresentative of military sacrifice. He also discussed a patriotic UFC event at the White House and his heroic actions during service. Meyer emphasized the importance of understanding the sacrifices made by service members.

The article honors six American heroes for Memorial Day, focusing on Joshua Wheeler, a Delta Force member killed during a 2015 hostage rescue mission in Iraq. Wheeler led a successful mission to save 70 hostages from ISIS, inspiring his teammates and earning posthumous recognition. The piece emphasizes the enduring impact of his sacrifice and the importance of remembering fallen service members.

President Trump claims a peace deal with Iran has been 'largely negotiated,' as reported by Imtiaz Tyab in Tel Aviv and discussed with Sen. Chris Van Hollen. The episode also features Medal of Honor recipients Lt. Col. William Swenson and Command Sergeant Major Matthew Williams on Memorial Day weekend.

Retired Army Lt. Col. William Swenson and Command Sergeant Major Matthew Williams, both Medal of Honor recipients, were interviewed by Margaret Brennan on Memorial Day weekend. They were recognized for their valor during combat in Afghanistan as the U.S. prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary.

The news segment 'Face the Nation' featured White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett, Dr. Deborah Birx, and Medal of Honor recipients retired Army Lt. Col. William Swenson and retired Army Command Sergeant Major Matthew Williams. The article notes the second half of the show included these key figures.

Retired Army Lt. Col. William Swenson and retired Army Command Sergeant Major Matthew Williams, both Medal of Honor recipients, were interviewed by Margaret Brennan. A portion of the interview aired on May 24, 2026.

President Trump claims a peace deal with Iran has been 'largely negotiated' on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan.' The segment features reporting from Tel Aviv by Imtiaz Tyab and analysis from Sen. Chris Van Hollen, alongside discussions with Medal of Honor recipients William Swenson and Matthew Williams during Memorial Day weekend.