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President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance participated in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia on Sunday, the eve of their return to the White House.
Trump was participating at a series of events in Washington before his return to office.
The president-elect’s wife, Melania Trump, was also there, as were his children: Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump, Tiffany Trump and Ivanka Trump. Vance’s wife, Usha Vance, was also present.
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President-elect Donald Trump lays a wreath during a ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery on Sunday. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
Some of Trump cabinet picks were in the crowd, including Pete Hegseth, his choice for defense secretary; Marco Rubio, his choice for Secretary of State; Tulsi Gabbard, his choice for director of national intelligence; and Elise Stefanik, his choice for United Nations ambassador.
President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance participate in a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery on Sunday in Arlington, Virginia, as Melania Trump and Usha Vance look on at left. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
Trump appeared solemn as he placed a wreath on an easel at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier under a drizzle and in front of a silent crowd. Moments later, Vance did the same.
Trump saluted as Vance placed his hand over his heart during the ceremony.
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President-elect Donald Trump waves as Vice President-elect JD Vance holds a hand over his heart while participating in a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery on Sunday. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
The two left Arlington National Cemetery once the ceremony was completed.
Trump will hold a “MAGA Victory” campaign-style rally at Capitol One Arena on Sunday night.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
