Trump Mix-Up: Confused Two Major Prizes While Touting Peace Record

During a rally in South Carolina, Donald Trump confused the Nobel Peace Prize with the Pulitzer Prize while discussing his peace efforts. This incident was one of several notable moments at the event.

Mix-Up During Rally Speech

Trump, speaking at Clemson University, mistakenly referred to the Pulitzer Prize while trying to identify a peace prize. He inaccurately claimed it had been awarded to an 80-year-old woman he believed was unknown. Despite his assertions, Trump has won neither prize.

The confusion over these awards comes after Trump's comments on Navanethem "Navi" Pillay, a Nobel laureate and former U.N. official, whom he accused of being biased against Israel on social media.

Additional Gaffes and Comments

Trump corrected himself multiple times while discussing economic figures, initially stating America secured $22.2 trillion in commitments before revising this to $22 billion. He also joked about renaming oceans, suggesting the Atlantic be called the "American Ocean."

While addressing his supporters, Trump misnamed them as "front row Jacks" before correcting to "front row Joes," and referenced an attendee dressed as a border wall. Observers noted these gaffes were unusual even for him.

Event Disruptions

The rally also saw interruptions from protesters, including one labeling Trump a "traitor." In response, Trump seemed amused when a protester was reportedly hit by a supporter during their removal. The White House has not made any comments regarding the incidents.