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Family of fallen soldier 'speechless' over $25K
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The family of a fallen soldier thrust into the national spotlight by the president's promise months ago of a $25,000 gift was left "speechless" when they finally received the check. "I'm still speechless," Jessie Baldridge told ABC affiliate WTVD. "We are so moved and grateful, and we promise to use the money to honor Dillon's legacy." The family spoke exclusively to after getting the check and a letter from the president on Monday. When Chris and Jessie Baldridge's son, Corporal Dillon C. Baldridge, was killed in Afghanistan in June, the grieving family received a condolence call from President Trump. To their surprise, the president offered to give the family a $25,000 gift. But after weeks ...

 
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