The Surprising Reason Donald Trump Never Served in the Military

Donald Trump recently shared a throwback photo from his time at military academy, sparking renewed debate about his history with the military draft during the Vietnam War.

Trump's Military Academy Days

Last week, Trump posted an image on Truth Social showing him in uniform alongside his parents at the New York Military Academy. This post came shortly after U.S. Central Command reported a crash involving an American refueling aircraft in Iraq amid rising Middle East tensions.

Draft Deferments During Vietnam

Trump received five deferments during the Vietnam War era. Four were student deferments, and one was a medical exemption for bone spurs diagnosed by Dr. Larry Braunstein. This diagnosis avoided Trump's service, leading to criticism over the years.

The issue has resurfaced with comments from groups like The Lincoln Project and MeidasTouch criticizing Trump's draft avoidance.

Barron Trump and Modern Draft Debates

Amid concerns about potential global conflicts, discussions about reintroducing the draft have emerged online. Some users have mentioned Trump's son, Barron, as a possible candidate if this occurs.

Barron, who is 19 and stands 6'7", may be too tall for certain military roles that require fitting into confined spaces.