WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Tuesday at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia.
Vice President JD Vance, a retired U.S. Marine, also participated in the ceremony. Trump delivered a speech at the Memorial Amphitheater.
“We honor those who have worn the uniform, who have borne the battle, who have stood to watch, and whose ranks have formed the mighty wall of flesh and blood, bravery and devotion that has defended our freedom for 250 years,” Trump said.
The president also said he wanted to rename Veterans Day to “Victory Day for World War I” and mentioned the renaming of the Department of Defense to the Department of War.
“We are restoring the pride and the winning spirit of the United States military,” Trump said.
Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins also delivered a speech about the administration’s commitment.
“The VA now understands that we do nothing else except take care of the veteran,” Collins said.
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