Trump attends Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery

Summarised from 5 outlets · Updated 11 Nov, 21:20 · Archive

President Trump attended a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery on Wednesday, where he placed a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. He then delivered remarks to those gathered for the annual commemoration.

During his speech, Trump made a statement about the United States' military standing. He claimed that 'we won' in the ongoing conflict with Iran, whilst also saying it remains 'just a question of when we want to end it'. The BBC reports this claim, though the outlets provide no further details about what prompted or contextualises this statement.

Trump used the Veterans Day platform to pay tribute to the nation's veterans. According to the New York Post, he told those present: 'To every veteran here at Arlington and across the nation, we offer our highest salute,' describing veterans as a 'guiding light' to the nation.

The ceremony was attended by Vice President JD Vance and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. Independent World reports that Trump smiled and pumped his fist following his speech, with chants of 'USA, USA' heard as Hegseth made his exit.

Trump also promoted his plans for a memorial structure at the site. He stated that 'we're going to dedicate a magnificent triumphal arch to our veterans'. The BBC notes that the proposed 250-foot arch would be built at Memorial Circle, located a short distance from Arlington National Cemetery.

During his remarks, Trump issued what the New York Post characterises as a warning to Democrats. Without directly naming them, he stated: 'We're not going to allow anyone to hurt or damage our country with bad foolish horrible ideology. We're not going to let it happen. And everyone knows what I mean.' The New York Post reports that this comes as Trump's White House counsel has sent a warning to the incoming chairman of the House Oversight Committee, amid Democratic threats to subpoena administration members.

How it is being reported

• Trump issues warning to ‘horrible’ Democrats, claims ‘we won’ Iran war during Veterans Day speechPresident Trump traveled to Arlington National Cemetery to pay tribute to the nation’s veterans, touting his own Iran war victory and dedicating his forthcoming memorial arch to the members of the military.New York Post · 11 Nov, 21:16
• Smiling Trump pumps fist after Veterans Day speech at Arlington cemeteryPresident Donald Trump smiled and pumped his fists following a speech at Arlington National Cemetery to mark Veterans Day .Independent World · 11 Nov, 20:48
• Trump says 'we won' Iran war during Veterans Day serviceUS President Donald Trump placed a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier before making remarks at the Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery.BBC News · 11 Nov, 19:30
• Watch: Trump honors Veterans Day with remarks at Arlington CemeteryPresident Trump spoke at Arlington National Cemetery on Wednesday to commemorate Veterans Day. Following the president's remarks, CBS News' Ed O'Keefe, Charlie D'Agata and Aaron MacLean provided context.CBS News · 11 Nov, 19:19
• Donald and Melania Trump attend solemn Veterans Day ceremony with newly-vindicated Pete HegsethPresident Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump traveled to Arlington National Cemetery Wednesday to mark Veterans Day, alongside embattled Secretary of War Pete Hegseth.Daily Mail · 11 Nov, 17:01

In this story: Donald Trump · Melania Trump · Pete Hegseth · JD Vance · Arlington National Cemetery · United States · Iran

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