Maryland Governor Wes Moore, a Democrat, has been accused of falsely claiming to have received the Bronze Star medal. The revelation came to light after a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request revealed he mentioned the award on a 2006 application for the White House Fellowship. Moore has acknowledged the mistake, attributing it to his commanding officer who believed he was eligible for the medal. However, the incident has raised questions about his honesty and integrity, with critics accusing him of embellishing his military record.
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J.D. Vance, the Republican vice presidential candidate, has publicly questioned the military service record of Democratic rival Tim Walz, accusing him of misrepresenting his service and avoiding combat in Iraq. Vance’s challenge comes as scrutiny intensifies around Walz’s military record, with allegations of ‘stolen valor’ being raised.