President Donald Trump replaced Eagles' celebration with parody of patriotism

What took place on the South Lawn was an organized political sham. WASHINGTON -- "We stand together for freedom. We stand together for patriotism. And we proudly stand for our glorious nation under God," President Donald Trump said from his lectern Tuesday afternoon before wading down a path decked in American flags. This was a familiar tone from the White House. Truly, it could have been any day. The presidential outlook was that the "Star Spangled Banner" must be honored, and Americans should ...