Trump: ‘America Is Safe Because Our Coast Guard Is Strong’

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TRUMP: "Throughout the Admiral’s tenure, he poured his heart and soul into the service of our nation and he brought remarkable vision to the task of ensuring the Coast Guard’s rightful place at the forefront of American security and prosperity. Everyone here today understands a crucial fact. America is safe because our Coast Guard is strong.
(Applause)
And last season, during the hurricanes, I was in Texas, I was in Florida and in Puerto Rico, I saw the work that you did under the most adverse conditions. And I’ve said this to a lot of people, I don’t think any brand has gained more momentum or has gained more of anything than the brand of the United States Coast Guard. People have tremendous respect for the United States Coast Guard."