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Trump speaks out after service members’ deaths
By Armando Ramirez at KVIA ABC-7
· July 18, 2026
· 1 min read
Trump reacted to the deaths of the two servicemembers who were killed in action in Jordan, telling NewsNation in a phone interview that it is "very sad, it’s a very sad thing."
"We hate to see it happen. It’s in service to our country," Trump told the station, according to a reporter.
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Key takeaway President Donald Trump boards Marine One at the Ellipse near the White House, July 17, 2026 in Washington.
Why this matters in The El Paso
For El Paso , a city with a strong military presence, the deaths of service members in Jordan hits close to home. Many families in the area have loved ones serving overseas, and the news of casualties can be a stark reminder of the sacrifices made by local service members. The city's Fort Bliss is a major military installation, and the community has a long history of supporting its troops. As the nation mourns the loss of these two servicemembers, El Pasoans are likely to be paying close attention to the ongoing situation in the Middle East and its potential impact on local military personnel. The president's comments on Iran's nuclear program and his reaction to the country's suspension of its commitments will be of particular interest to the community, given the potential implications for regional stability and the safety of US troops.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Trump reacted to the deaths of the two servicemembers who were killed in action in Jordan, telling NewsNation in a phone interview that it is "very sad, it’s a very sad thing."
"We hate to see it happen. It’s in service to our country," Trump told the station, according to a reporter.
Presi...
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