On Jan. 8, President Trump was itching to claim victory over Iran, and understandably so. He had been criticized for the decision to kill Iranian military commander Qasem Soleimani, with opponents worrying it could lead to war with Iran. So when Iran apparently lodged a pretty minor response — bombing some bases in Iraq that house U.S. soldiers but not killing anyone — Trump was triumphant.
As it turns out, too triumphant.
The Defense Department announced Monday that 109 U.S. soldiers suffered traumatic brain injuries during those attacks. That stands in contrast with Trump’s proclamation the morning after that there were no casualties or injuries. Continue reading.