Whew, chileeee! Social media is going WILD with responses after President Donald Trump made 13-year-old DJ Daniel, aka Devarjaye Daniel an honorary U.S. Secret Service agent. While some saw it as a sweet gesture, others are side-eyeing Trump’s real motives behind it.
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Donald Trump Fulfills Devarjaye Daniel’s Wish Of Becoming A Police Officer
For context, Donald Trump gave a shout-out to DJ Daniel, who’s been fighting brain cancer for years, during his speech on Tuesday night. Houston Public Media reports DJ was diagnosed very young, with doctors saying he only had five months left to live. Since then, DJ’s dream was always to be a cop, and Trump made that happen by making him an honorary member of the Secret Service.
“And tonight, DJ, we’re going to do you the biggest honor of them all. I am asking our new Secret Service director, Sean Curran, to officially make you an agent of the United States,” Trump said during his address.
In response, Devarjaye Daniel flashed a heart with his fingers as Donald Trump recognized him. Later, photos spread online of DJ holding up his official certificate while his dad lifted him up.
Devarjaye Daniel’s moment kept going viral with a video showing him at The White House, walking in and telling Trump, “There’s one more thing I got for you, a big hug.” The internet wasn’t feeling Trump’s reaction to the love at all. Many pointed out how dry he was, just giving D.J. a quick pat on the shoulder.
Social Media Weighs In
Social media users kept going OFF on Trump in The Shade Room’s comment section. However, some folks pointed out that at least DJ Daniel is getting to live his dream.
Instagram user @valentinbeatz wrote, “They use that kid for clout.”
Instagram user @santannaphotog wrote, “All while dismantling the Department of of Education and Healthcare.”
While Instagram user @hollywoodhines wrote, “He should’ve started his presidency like this… instead of attacking ppl.”
Then Instagram user @itsjaimenotjamie83 wrote, “Lmfao the hug video. That man didn’t stand up or nothing. Patted that boy and pushed him aside. So happy for this little guy but hate that he is being used as a prop.”
Another Instagram user @halal_covered_girl wrote, “Prop or no he is living his dream right now ❤️”
Instagram user @yxna.t wrote, “😂😂on todays episode of the circus: America edition.”
While another Instagram user @korizhane wrote, “Ew no it’s trump barely wanting to touch him when he tried to hug him for me . That’s said more than enough, just for show, next . God bless the little boy though.”
Then another Instagram user @marchaize wrote, “I don’t like Trump either but even a broken clock is right twice a day. Prop or not this young man should be applauded and not ridiculed for achieving his dream.”
Instagram user @khariya.irl wrote, “He don’t gaf bout that boy he used him , he can’t even give him a proper hug be so fffrr.”
Finally, Instagram user @timeless.toni wrote, “Yes, this is beautiful for this child. And he deserves to be shown kindness and love and support. But trump is doing this for the wrong reasons. He can’t fool me.”
Devarjaye Daniel Details The Moment He Learned He Was Terminally Ill
In addition to his big moment at the Congressional address, The White House dropped a personal video on Instagram where Devarjaye Daniel opened up about finding out he was terminally ill.
“I started to act slow and next thing I know we was speeding all the way, running lights and going to the hospital. Next thing I know I was seizing on the table and they said nah we will have to go in his brain tonight,” DJ explained.
Additionally, DJ shared that ever since then, he’s had “13 brain surgeries, and that’s how many times his personality has changed.” However, Devarjaye mentioned that he has no plans to slow down and “will keep on going until his gas tanks run out.”
