A Gold Star mother highlighted her anguish after the president overlooked crucial facts on U.S. service members' deaths during his administration.

According to Fox News, President Joe Biden claimed that he was the "only president this century, this decade, that doesn't have any troops dying anywhere in the world."

This statement, however, clashes with the grim reality faced by Gold Star mother, Kelly Barnett, whose son, Staff Sgt. Darin Taylor Hoover tragically lost his life during the 2021 U.S. military extraction from Afghanistan.

Staff Sgt. Darin Taylor Hoover's life came to a tragic end on August 26, 2021, amid the tumult of Afghanistan's chaotic exit orchestrated by U.S. forces.

This event became a painful memory for his family and others who lost loved ones on that day. Hoover's death is one of the 13 service member fatalities during the evacuation, contradicting President Biden's recent claims.

Grieving Families Seek Recognition and Response

Following her son's death, Kelly Barnett did not receive a personal outreach from President Biden, only getting a formal letter months after the incident.

This lack of direct contact added to her grievances, noting that the administration's response to the bereaved families was lacking, especially compared to the former administration's actions. Former President Trump had personally met with Barnett's family at Mar-a-Lago to honor her late son.

The dissatisfaction among families has fostered a coalition of seven families united in their demand for a dialogue with the President.

Their efforts, however, have been met with silence, as repeated requests for communication have been denied without any explanation, deepening their sense of neglect.

An image further cementing the sadness of the withdrawal captured a baby being handed to U.S. soldiers at Kabul Airport on August 19, 2021, symbolizing the desperation and chaotic conditions during the final days in Afghanistan.

Gold Star Mother Shares Intimate Family Moments and Criticism

The lack of presidential engagement was painfully evident during the dignified transfer ceremony, where, according to Kelly Barnett, she observed Biden checking his watch multiple times.

This action profoundly upset Barnett’s daughter, leading to a severe emotional response from her toward the President. Barnett recalls advising her daughter to stop looking at him due to the visible distress it caused.

Expressing direct criticism of President Biden, Barnett said:

I was not shocked. I was angry," articulating her belief that Biden's false declaration was likely influenced by his handlers. "I believe in my soul [that] President Biden is gone. He can’t remember what he had for breakfast. I do believe he was told to say that. They want him out. I believe it was a set-up, and...however far gone [he is] and even if I feel sorry for him, it’s still disgusting.

Comparing Presidential Responses and Family Expectations

Kelly Barnett appreciated former President Trump's involvement with their grief, saying, "He cares about my son, he cares about our military." This stark contrast in interactions has only amplified her displeasure with the current administration.

Barnett further asserts that Biden should not exit the presidential race, suggesting that continuing his campaign is essential for addressing the concerns raised by military families.

"He needs to stay in. I don’t think they will let him in some way, shape, or form, but he needs to stay in, and he needs to answer. The whole Biden administration needs to answer for what they’ve done," Barnett articulated, casting a stern perspective on the accountability expected from the current administration.

In conclusion, this story highlights the deep wounds and ongoing struggles of Gold Star families, feeling overlooked and disregarded by the very administration that presided over their worst losses. The need for acknowledgment, respect, and direct dialogue with President Biden remains a distinct and passionate plea from those directly affected by the costs of military engagements abroad, particularly as seen in the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan.