Vice President JD Vance delivered a provocative commencement address at the US Naval Academy, warning graduates that the era of uncontested American dominance on the world stage is over.
He criticized previous administrations for engaging in 'ideological crusades' and advocated for a shift toward a more restrained, less interventionist foreign policy. Vance emphasized the importance of the new generation of military leaders, telling them their service is needed now more than ever. His remarks signal a potential change in US military and foreign policy priorities.
The speech reflects growing debates over America's global role and military engagement.
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Vance to Naval Academy grads: 'Country needs you now more than ever'
Vice President J.D. Vance on Friday addressed the 1,048 graduates of the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md., telling them, "Your country needs you now more than ever."
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At Naval Academy commissioning, Vance deplores ‘ideological crusades,’
Vice President JD Vance used his keynote address at the U.S. Naval Academy Friday to lambast the foreign policy of previous administrations and offer advice to the new graduates.
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