REMARKS

Remarks by President Trump at Presidential Recognition Ceremony: Hard Work, Heroism, and Hope
Issued on: May 15, 2020

Rose Garden
4:20 P.M. EDT

THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. Please. Those are friendly truckers. They’re on our side. It’s almost a celebration in a way. Please sit down. Please.

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THE PRESIDENT: Fantastic. And I like that tie very much, by the way.

Today we also honor Sergeant Spencer Garrett, an officer with the New York PD — that’s New York’s finest, that’s for sure — right? — who contracted the coronavirus. After four weeks of fighting a painful battle against the virus, Spencer recovered and immediately returned to the frontlines. Grateful for all of the support of his family, friends, colleagues, and time — all of the people and the work he’s done, Sergeant Garrett wanted to provide that same kindness to others.

And I know so many of the people on — members of New York’s finest, and we love them. And say hello to them. Okay?

With the aid of his union, Spencer has made it his mission to support these fellow New Yorkers. So, if you would, I’d love to have you come on up and say a few words. Thank you.

SERGEANT GARRETT: Good afternoon. First, I’d like to start by thanking President Trump and the First Lady for their unwavering support of the NYPD.

THE PRESIDENT: Thank you.

SERGEANT GARRETT: As one of your hometown cops, I thank you for your leadership during these uncertain times.

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