Trump Endorses Troop Pay Raise During Japan Visit

President Donald Trump delivered a stirring address Tuesday aboard the USS George Washington at Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan, pledging an “across-the-board pay raise for every sailor,” Stars and Stripes reported.

He told roughly 6,000 U.S. and Japanese sailors that their service is “incredible” and reaffirmed his commitment to their pay despite the lingering government shutdown.

“On behalf of all Americans, I just want to say it loud and clear: Thank you very much,” he told the troops. “What you’re doing is incredible.”

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