A website called DraftBarronTrump.com called on President Donald Trump’s son, Barron Trump, to join the war in the Middle East after the United States and Israel launched an attack on Iran that left three American service members dead in the conflict. The satirical website is filled with false claims about President Trump and his sons, Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump. A TikToker claims South Park writer Toby Morton launched the site to target Barron Trump.“This site is dedicated to honoring the strongest and bravest voices of war. When power is projected abroad, it’s a given that power exists at home. If you’re looking for proven genes, inherited courage, and unquestionable determination, look no further than the Trump family. Leadership starts somewhere,” the site’s “About Us” reads, along with a photo of Donald Trump, who can be seen with his eyes closed. The website states: “America is strong because its leaders are strong. President Trump proves that every day. And of course, his son Barron is more than ready to defend the country his father so boldly commanded. Service is honor. Strength is inherited. Dog bless Barron.” The United States has had no military draft since 1973. The draft requires authorization from the president and Congress. Several presidents’ sons have served in the U.S. military. Theodore Roosevelt Jr. was the son of President Theodore Roosevelt and served in World War I and World War II after his father left office. Roosevelt’s son, Quentin Roosevelt, also served as a pilot in World War I and was killed in combat. John Eisenhower, the son of President Dwight Eisenhower, served in World War II and Korea. President Joe Biden’s son, Beau Biden, served in Iraq before his father became president.“People come up to me in tears and they say, ‘Sir, you are the strongest. Send Barron into battle.’ I have always been strong. Very strong. Stronger than anyone could have ever imagined. Some say the strongest of all time. And strength matters. Trust me,” reads an erroneous quote from President Trump on the site.
