Trump says military "bigger, better, stronger" at USS Gerald R. Ford commissioningCBS News, Jul 22, 2017
President Trump officially commissioned the U.S. Navy's newest and largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, in Norfolk, Virginia, on Saturday, applauding the military's strength.
"When it comes to battle, we don't want a fair fight. We demand victory and we will have total victory, believe me," Mr. Trump said of the powerful aircraft carrier.
"American steel and American hands have constructed a 100,000-ton message to the world," he added. "America's might is second to none."
Mr. Trump also used the event to reflect on military spending, highlighting his administration's work in increasing the defense budget.
"You are fulfilling your duty to this nation and now it is our job of the government to fulfill its duty to you," said Mr. Trump.
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