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President Donald Trump is attending an event at Naval Station Norfolk celebrating the United States Navy's 250th birthday, where he will be joined by First Lady Melania Trump, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Secretary of the Navy John Phelan.
Thousands of sailors and military members are expected to attend the event, officially titled, America’s Navy 250: Titans of the Sea — A Salute to the Fleet, about a week ahead of the Navy's official birthday on Oct. 13.
"This once-in-a-generation event will honor the Navy’s unmatched record of victory at sea, showcase its cutting-edge fleet, and inspire the next generation of warriors to carry America’s strength across every ocean," a release from event organizers stated.
The visit comes just days after Hegseth and Trump addressed hundreds of the top ranking military commanders, who were called to Quantico, Va. on Tuesday to hear the Secretary of Defense, called Secretary of War by the administration, outline his views on the culture of the U.S. military.
We'll be updating story throughout the day with information, video footage and images from the event.
1:27 p.m.
President Donald Trump First Lady Melania Trump arrive at Naval Station Norfolk for the Titans of the Sea celebration, along with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins, Secretary of the Navy John Phelan and Chief of Naval Operations Daryl Caudle.
The Navy is doing naval weapons demonstrations, as attendees and sailors await to hear Trump and the other speakers.
12:45 p.m.
Watch: Retired Navy Seal Christopher Wyllie addresses the crowd.
12:30 p.m.
Speakers began taking the podium around just before 12:30, beginning with veterans telling stories of their heroism.
12:15 p.m.
Per WTKR Norfolk reporter Jay Greene, there are thousands of sailors in attendance.
"It's a sea of white uniforms on pier 14," Greene said.
They expect about 12,000 attendees.
11:30 a.m.
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump walk from Marine One to board Air Force One, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, at Joint Base Andrews, Md., en route to Norfolk, Va.
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