According to an email obtained by the Wall Street Journal, the White House requested that the U.S. Navy move the USS John S. McCain warship, named after the late senator from Arizona, "out of sight" before Donald Trump was to arrive in Japan for a visit. Trump has previously expressed disdain for John McCain on multiple occasions, including after he had passed away on August 25, 2018 at the age of 81.
"USS John McCain needs to be out of sight," said email, which was from May 15, reportedly read. "Please confirm #3 will be satisfied."
Trump later took to Twitter to deny the report and said he "was not informed about anything having to do with the Navy Ship USS John S. McCain during my recent visit to Japan."
The late senator's daughter, Meghan McCain, responded to the report and called Trump "a child..."
Related Stories
John McCain, Senator and Former Presidential Nominee, Dies at 81
John McCain, the heroic naval officer held captive during the Vietnam War who ultimately rose to become one of the most prominent and well-respected voices within the Republican party, has died at the age of 81.
Trump Administration Says Harriet Tubman $20 Bill Redesign Will Be Delayed
Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin said the redesign won't happen for years.
Walmart Warns of Higher Prices Due to Trump Administration's Tariffs
As a result of the Trump administration's tariffs on Chinese goods, Walmart has warned that their stores could see price hikes nationwide.
