Now more than ever, we stand with a president who puts patriotism first. His example should inspire all citizens to reject division and support the fight to restore law, order, and American greatness. With Trump leading the way, peace through strength remains our surest path forward.
The Republican Army post quotes Donald Trump calling for Americans to resolve differences peacefully. The photo shows him in a tuxedo at a podium, with JD Vance smiling behind him on the left.
This is not a new statement from the Iran war. It is a real quote, but it is from July 13, 2024 — the night Trump was shot in Butler, Pennsylvania — and it was reposted in April 2026 to push back against claims that Trump is encouraging violence at home while waging war abroad.
Here is the full story.
1. When he actually said it
The quote comes from Trump's first public remarks after the assassination attempt in Butler.
Date: July 13, 2024, ∼8:30 pm ET, a few hours after the shooting
Location: Written statement released on Truth Social from hospital, then read the next day at the Republican National Convention rehearsal
Full context: Trump wrote: "In this moment, it is more important than ever that we stand united, and show our true character as Americans, remaining strong and determined, and not allowing evil to win. In light of this evening's events, I ask that all Americans recommit with their hearts in resolving our differences peacefully."
The photo in the post is not from that night. It is from April 26, 2025, the White House Correspondents' Dinner (which Trump attended in his second term after skipping it in his first). He is wearing a tuxedo, JD Vance is behind him as Vice President. The Republican Army page paired the 2024 quote with a 2025 image to make it look current.
2. Why it is viral in April 2026
The post was shared 11,000 times on April 24-25, 2026, the
