Posted on 09/20/2019 6:46:42 AM PDT by naturalman1975
U.S. President Donald Trump welcomed Australia's Prime Minister Scott Morrison to the White House on Friday, praising the 'long-cherished and unwavering friendship' and 'exceptional alliance' the two nations have enjoyed for more than a century.
'Last year our nations commemorated "100 years of Mateship" since our gallant servicemembers fought together in World War I,' Trump boasted, after the two men reviewed troops, witnessed a 19-gun salute, posed for selfies with people on a rope line and heard their national anthems.
A fife and drum corps in replica Revolutionary War-era uniforms marched across the lawn, led by a drum major carrying a gleaming, sharpened pike.
Trump highlighted 'our shared fights against the menace of fascism, communism and radical Islamic terrorism.'
'Thanks, mate!' Morrison told him as the rare ceremony unfolded on the South Lawn. 'You won't find a more sure and steadfast friend,' he said.
Morrison praised the United States, saying 'the world is a better place because of this country living out its moral purpose.'
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Really?
I love watching the State Visits. They are going to have the State Dinner in the Rose Garden.
Did you see the pictures of the first two tables? So pretty.
We watched it for a while this morning. It was great!
I just saw it Melania has incredible taste.
I love aussies and kiwis they’re always super funny and fun
Well God bless you for your comments! A proud Aussie here!!! Happy to see Scott Morrison firming up our relationship with the USA! I’ve been on Free Republic for many years now and am proud to know those on here!
Glad you are here. Glad PM Morrison is getting the visit he deserves.
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