Trump hosts large Navy celebration in Virginia during government shutdown

independent.co.uk

President Trump will host a large Navy celebration this weekend despite the ongoing government shutdown impacting military pay. Thousands of servicemembers and families are expected at the event in Norfolk, Virginia, celebrating the Navy's 250th birthday. Active-duty military are required to work without pay during the shutdown. The shutdown, which began Wednesday, is due to disagreements between Republicans and Democrats over funding provisions. Trump accused Democrats of trying to disrupt the Navy celebration.


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