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Wife of Navy SEAL Ryan Owens applauded for more than 2 minutes during Trump speech
General Mattis confirms recent Yemen mission 'a success.'
[Independent] In the most emotional moment during his speech to Congress on Tuesday, President Trump recognized the widow of Navy SEAL William "Ryan" Owens, provoking a standing ovation that lasted longer than two minutes.

"Ryan's legacy is etched into eternity," Trump said as the chamber stood up and applauded Carryn Owens, whose husband was the first American combat death during the Trump administration.

Carryn Owens, who was sitting next to Ivanka Trump and other guests on the balcony of the House chamber, fought back back tears, exhaled, looked above and mouthed "I love you, baby." Tears streaming down her face as the applause continued, Carryn Owens eventually stood up, clasped her hands in apparent prayer, raised her head again and mouthed "I love you."

Owens was killed in Yemen on Jan. 29 in a raid Trump has said was "highly successful."
Moderator note at 0850 CT: I would strongly prefer that we not insult the father of this young hero. The man is in grief over the loss of his son. I won't comment on whether he's being used or not, but he's entitled to be left in peace. Let's try to do that.

Posted by: Besoeker 2017-03-01
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