""Mr. Buria told Mr. Driscoll that President Trump would not want to stand next to a Black female officer at military events," the Times reported, citing three unnamed officials familiar with the exchange."
""The president is not a racist or sexist," Driscoll reportedly said, pushing back against the concerns raised by Buria regarding Gant's appointment."
""Gutter racism," commented political historian Bob Mann on Bluesky, reflecting on the implications of the exchange regarding military leadership and diversity."
A White House aide reportedly criticized the selection of a Black woman, Maj. Gen. Antoinette R. Gant, for a ceremonial role alongside President Trump. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has blocked promotions for Black and female officers, favoring white men. During a conversation about Gant's appointment, Hegseth's chief of staff suggested Trump would not want to appear next to a Black female officer. Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll defended Gant's selection, asserting that Trump is not racist or sexist. Gant has since taken command of the Military District of Washington.
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