Hegseth, Miller celebrate Kentucky Derby victor: ‘Sovereignty will ALWAYS win’
White House officials took to social media to celebrate after Sovereignty, a horse, triumphed over its rival Journalism at the Kentucky Derby over the weekend. Sovereignty, initially trailing behind, made a powerful surge near the final turn to edge out Journalism, the favorite going into the race, and clinch the victory.
Among those who acknowledged the outcome on social media was Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who tweeted, “Sovereignty > Journalism. On the track. And in 2025 America.” Stephen Miller, White House deputy chief of staff, also seemed to reference the race in a post, stating, “In the Trump Administration, sovereignty will ALWAYS win.”
Journalist Logan Hall even called the victory a “powerful omen.” The Trump administration, known for its tense relationship with the media, has faced its fair share of controversies. Hegseth recently came under scrutiny after reportedly sharing details of a military airstrike against Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen on the Signal app.
Hegseth defended himself against the allegations, accusing “disgruntled former employees” of attempting to undermine President Donald Trump’s agenda. He emphasized the need for media focus on significant issues like the decimation of the Houthis and national defense strategies.
Miller, too, engaged in a heated exchange with reporters during a White House briefing, criticizing their coverage of MS-13 and Tren de Aragua violence in the U.S. He accused some media members of advocating for an accused MS-13 member deported by the administration.
The press briefing also saw Miller calling out the media for allegedly only covering the story of a 12-year-old’s assault and murder by Tren de Aragua members after Trump drew attention to it. He accused the media of neglecting the story until the president highlighted it, shaming them into covering it.
The victory of Sovereignty at the Kentucky Derby served as a symbolic moment for White House officials, highlighting their stance on sovereignty and victory. The celebration on social media mirrored the administration’s ongoing battles with the media, where clashes over coverage and narratives continue to unfold.
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