Trump to Commission Carrier After Criticizing New Technology
Trump Reiterates Pledge to Hike Defense Spending
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Norfolk, Va. (AP) -- President Donald Trump will preside over the commissioning of the nation's newest aircraft carrier.
The U.S. Navy on Wednesday confirmed Trump's scheduled appearance at the July 22 ceremony at its base in Norfolk, Virginia. The president had previously criticized some of the new technology on the USS Gerald R. Ford because of cost overruns and delays.