First Lady Melania Trump turned heads this weekend after enthusiastically opening her speech with a Navy battle cry during the U.S. Navy\u2019s 250th Anniversary Celebration in Norfolk, Virginia \u2014 leaving many Americans wondering what she said.<\/p>\n
The event, held Saturday, October 5, brought together about 10,000 sailors in full dress whites at Naval Station Norfolk. Despite the ongoing government shutdown, President Donald Trump and the First Lady appeared in person to honor the milestone \u2014 and the ceremony quickly took on the energy of a patriotic rally.<\/p>\n
President Trump, 79, praised America\u2019s military while calling out Democrats for the budget stalemate. \u201cDespite the current Democrat-induced shutdown, we\u2019ll make sure our service members get every last penny,\u201d Trump told the cheering crowd. Moments later, chants of \u201cU-S-A! U-S-A!\u201d filled the air as the President laughed and admitted, \u201cLet\u2019s face it \u2014 this feels like a rally.\u201d He capped off his remarks with his familiar dance to \u201cY.M.C.A.\u201d \u2014 a signature moment that drew roaring applause.<\/p>\n
Then, Melania Trump stepped up to the podium \u2014 and immediately captured everyone\u2019s attention.The First Lady began her remarks by shouting, \u201cHooyah, Navy!\u201d prompting an enthusiastic \u201cHooyah!\u201d in response from the crowd of sailors. But while the Navy members knew exactly what it meant, many watching online were left scratching their heads.<\/p>\n
Clips of the moment quickly spread across social media, sparking confusion and amusement. \u201cWhat is \u2018Hooyah\u2019? Anyone?\u201d one user asked on X, formerly Twitter. Another joked, \u201cI did NOT have Melania yelling \u2018Hooyah\u2019 on my 2025 bingo card \u2014 but I\u2019m here for it!\u201d<\/p>\n
Others applauded her energy and patriotism. \u201cHow Melania enjoys this moment \u2014 I love it,\u201d one fan wrote. \u201cThat\u2019s just some good, all-American fun. Go Navy!\u201d another added.After her spirited greeting, the First Lady continued with heartfelt words of appreciation. \u201cIt is an honor to be with you to celebrate 250 years since the United States Navy was officially established,\u201d she said. \u201cGenerations of sailors have kept America free through their courage and service. Your strength, bravery, and sacrifice inspire us all.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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