Donald Trump spent part of his last full day as president-elect visiting the graves of three U.S. soldiers killed in the chaotic pullout from Afghanistan, a tragedy that he has long blamed on the Biden administration.

President-elect Donald Trump and his running mate JD Vance appeared solemn as they placed wreaths at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during a ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery Sunday. Lichgate volunteers gathered Saturday beyond the iconic oak to clean the cottage and board up the windows and back door to secure the property.

Trump participated in a remembrance ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery Sunday afternoon. Flanked by Vice President-elect J.D. Vance, Trump arrived after 1 p.m. to pay tribute at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier as attendees observed a moment of silence.