Summary
Vice President JD Vance celebrated the 250th anniversary of the US Marine Corps with a live artillery demonstration at Camp Pendleton, California. The event featured military displays but drew criticism from California Governor Gavin Newsom due to safety concerns related to closing a section of a major highway. Vance praised the Marines and criticized certain military policies and a government shutdown.
Key Facts
- Vice President JD Vance marked the 250th anniversary of the US Marine Corps with an event in Southern California.
- The event at Camp Pendleton included a live artillery demonstration involving various military equipment.
- California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized the event for causing highway closures due to safety concerns.
- The artillery demonstration was the largest in the continental US in a decade, according to the Marines.
- Newsom expressed concerns about dangers and distractions for drivers from the event.
- Vance, a former Marine, highlighted his military service during the event.
- Vance's speech included criticism of Democrats and certain military policies.
- Vance conveyed a message of support from President Donald Trump to the Marines.
