Staff Reports
In a recent interview, Sgt. Tyler Vargas-Andrews, a brave Marine who lost his arm during the chaotic riots at the Kabul airport, shared his strange encounter with President Joe Biden. With his distraught mother and caregiver by his side, the wounded veteran recalled the President’s visit to his hospital bed, providing a glimpse into a rather awkward exchange.
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Surrounded by a swarm of photographers and his entourage, President Biden extended his hand to shake Sgt. Vargas-Andrews’s hand, seemingly oblivious to the fact that the Marine was missing an arm. The seasoned soldier couldn’t help but give a bemused look and remark, “I don’t have an arm.” However, the President merely looked surprised, awkwardly stood up, and reached for the fingers protruding from the veteran’s cast. No formal greeting or acknowledgment of the sacrifice Sgt. Vargas-Andrews had made. Just a strange hand-grabbing encounter.
Sgt. Tyler Vargas-Andrews, a Marine who survived the explosion in Kabul that killed 13 Americans, says that when Joe and Jill Biden came to his hospital room, the president reached out to shake his hand even though his arm was gone, immediately started talking about his son, and… pic.twitter.com/5axewScAPk
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As if that wasn’t perplexing enough, things got even more peculiar when President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden steered the conversation towards their own son’s military service. Can you imagine being a wounded hero lying in a hospital bed, and the President shifts the focus to his own family? Talk about self-centeredness! It’s as if the Bidens were using the brave Marine’s trauma as an opportunity to make themselves look good.
To add insult to injury, Sgt. Vargas-Andrews’s furious mother, who had been fiercely standing by, erupted with frustration. She let the President know in no uncertain terms that she didn’t give a f*** about his empty words. Instead, she demanded that he takes responsibility for the lifelong care of her son. And here’s where the encounter took an even stranger turn.
Leaning closely towards the wounded Marine’s face, President Biden asked, “What do you want?” Imagine the confusion Sgt. Vargas-Andrews must have felt at that moment. He had just survived a devastating explosion, witnessed his fellow comrades perish, and all he wanted was to be treated with dignity and respect. Yet, he was met with a puzzling question from the leader of the free world. Fortunately, his mother quickly interjected, making it clear that her son just wanted to be himself. Finally comprehending the situation, the President and his wife shifted the conversation away from the raw emotions and tragedy that had unfolded moments ago, completely missing an opportunity to console the true hero in the room.
In the aftermath of this strange encounter, Sgt. Vargas-Andrews’s mother took it upon herself to reach out for support to care for her son, seeking legislation that would assist caregivers like herself who juggle multiple jobs. Unfortunately, when contacting the First Lady’s office, they were brushed off. It’s disheartening to see the disregard shown to those directly affected by the horrors of war. Thankfully, other members of Congress have come forward to lend a helping hand, allowing Sgt. Vargas-Andrews’s mother to champion legislation that will benefit countless caregivers like her.
This stark tale highlights the lack of empathy and self-centeredness displayed by President Biden during his visit. The focus on himself and his family, rather than the brave men and women sacrificing life and limb in service to our nation, is deeply troubling. It’s a reminder that our leaders must prioritize the well-being and support of our heroes, rather than using their stories for self-promotion.
