Trump and Biden make separate Veterans Day appearances
Donald Trump observes Veterans Day, making his first official appearance since the election was called.
President Trump observed Veterans Day at Arlington National Cemetery, making his first official appearance since the election was called in favour of Joe Biden.
As steady rain fell, Mr Trump visited the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, placed his hand on a wreath and gave a salute. Vice President Pence also attended.
Mr. Trump didn’t give remarks, but in a proclamation released earlier Wednesday said, “I encourage all Americans to recognise the fortitude and sacrifice of our veterans through public ceremonies and private thoughts and prayers.” President-elect Biden visited the Philadelphia Korean War Memorial.
In a written statement he said, “This Veterans Day, I feel the full weight of the honour and the responsibility that has been entrusted to me by the American people as the next president, and I vow to honour our country’s sacred obligation. To all of our proud veterans, know that I will be a commander in chief who respects your sacrifice, understands your service, and who will never betray the values you fought so bravely to defend.” Mr. Trump last spoke on Thursday, two days before the Associated Press declared Mr. Biden the winner. The president hasn’t had other official events on his schedule so far this week, but he has been vocal on Twitter questioning the election results.
Wall Street Journal
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