Washington (AFP) — President Donald Trump cheered Monday after a West Point military academy ceremony honoring “Saving Private Ryan” star and frequent critic Tom Hanks was canceled.

The multiple Oscar-winning actor, also celebrated for his starring role in the World War II series “Band of Brothers,” was meant to be hosted by the academy’s alumni association later this month.

However news emerged over the weekend that this had been abruptly scrapped.

Trump, who has directed a purge of critics across civil society, said he was pleased.

“Our great West Point (getting greater all the time!) has smartly cancelled the Award Ceremony for actor Tom Hanks. Important move!” Trump posted on his Truth Social platform.

“We don’t need destructive, WOKE recipients getting our cherished American Awar

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