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flag President Trump hosts Navy's 250th anniversary event in Norfolk despite shutdown and military pay delays.

flag President Donald Trump will host the "Salute to the Fleet" celebration in Norfolk, Virginia, on Sunday, October 5, 2025, to mark the U.S. Navy’s 250th anniversary, despite a federal government shutdown that has halted pay for active-duty military personnel. flag The event, rescheduled to 3 p.m. at Pier 14 due to weather, will feature First Lady Melania Trump, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and Navy Secretary John Phelan. flag Trump called it the largest Navy celebration in history and insisted the event proceed, blaming Democratic lawmakers for the shutdown over healthcare funding disputes. flag Military members are working without pay, with backpay expected once funding resumes, while some civilian workers have been furloughed and media access to Navy events is restricted.

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