The Disgraced and Little-Known Generals Backing Donald Trump

Retired military leaders who have been brushed by scandal and even talked about America’s war with Satan are among those backing his campaign.

NANCY A. YOUSSEF

09.06.16 8:10 PM ET

Trump’s top brass is kind of tarnished.

Among the 88 generals and admirals who endorsed Donald Trump on Tuesday was a commander who once reportedly demanded President Obama produce his birth certificate, an Air Force general who was reprimanded for his role in a deadly 1996 crash, four commanders who were present at one of the biggest scandals in Navy history, and a special forces general known for spilling secrets and trying to turn military campaigns into religious crusades.

To be sure, scores of the signatories had exemplary military records and continue to work in public service. There are Vietnam veterans, three four-star generals and an admiral, as well as key commanders in the U.S. war in Iraq.

“It is a great honor to have such amazing support from so many distinguished retired military leaders,” Trump said in a statement. But many of the general and flag officers who announced their support for Trump on Tuesday are considered in military circles to be anything but the best and brightest.

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