Trump dismisses concerns about USS Abraham Lincoln, saying its record-breaking 250 days at sea ‘not nearly enough’ – as it happened

This live blog is now closed.Trump downplays concerns about sailors deployed for record 250 daysSign up for the Breaking News US emailThe Trump administration, in its appeal to the supreme court today, said that “this case involves an extraordinary and unlawful injunction that will halt the ongoing construction of the integrated military complex including a totally secure ballroom space, at the East Wing of the White House, which is vitally required by national security.”It’s worth noting that the appeals court ruling blocks the above-ground construction of the ballroom, but would allow the work on the underground security structure to continue. Continue reading...