As the US Navy marks 250 years of its establishment, the celebrations were joined by US President Trump, First Lady Melania Trump and the Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth at the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier at Naval Station in Norfolk.
During the celebrations, Melania Trump hailed the sacrifices and bravery of the US Navy. She recalled her visit to USS George HW Bush in 2018 and praised the pride and professionalism of the sailors.
FLOTUS said, “It is an honor to be with you to celebrate the 250th year since the United States Navy was officially established. Generations of sailors have kept America free because of their presence on the high seas. Your strength, bravery, and sacrifice inspire us all. The President and I just attended an extraordinary demonstration, an inspiring disp