Controversy Surrounding Prince Harry's Receipt of Pat Tillman Service Award

ESPN is facing backlash for awarding Prince Harry the Pat Tillman Service Award at the ESPY Awards. Pat Tillman's mother, Mary Tillman, criticized the decision, stating that there are more deserving individuals in the veteran community. ESPN defends their choice, highlighting Prince Harry's work with The Invictus Games Foundation.

Controversy Over Prince Harry Receiving the Pat Tillman Award

Mary Tillman, mother of American veteran Pat Tillman, expressed disappointment over Prince Harry receiving the Pat Tillman Award for his work in the veteran community. The award was set up to honor individuals with a strong connection to sports who have served others in a way that echoes Tillman's legacy. Tillman declined further comment on her remarks.

U.S. Government Confiscation of Pat Tillman's Journals

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers claims that the U.S. government confiscated Pat Tillman's personal journals after his death from friendly fire in Afghanistan in 2004, using his death to prop up war propaganda.