Vice President JD Vance addressed attendees aboard the warship USS Kearsarge in New York, expressing gratitude to President Donald Trump during the speech. Vance highlighted that the United States was commemorating 250 years of what he termed “American courage and American maritime excellence.” He stated, “Today we celebrate 250 years that America faces the future without fear. We celebrate 250 years of proving what a free people can achieve.”
During his address, Vance paid tribute to various groups, including sailors, police officers, U.S.
emergency workers, and numerous Navy chiefs who attended the event from around the globe. Following his acknowledgments, Vance read the second paragraph of the Declaration of Independence, reciting: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights.”
The remarks underscored a theme of enduring American resilience across 250 years. The speech served as a platform for Vance to acknowledge the service and contributions of various American institutions and personnel.
His tribute, delivered in the presence of the warship, emphasized national achievements and foundational American principles, marking a significant moment in the commemoration of the nation’s history.
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