Trump attends church service on National Day of Prayer

AP  |  Washington 

President Donald Trump is attending a church service on a National Day of Prayer for Harvey victims.

Trump and first lady Melania Trump arrived at St John's Church, an Episcopal church near the White House, today morning.


Trump had declared today a National Day of Prayer for Harvey victims and recovery efforts in Texas and Louisiana. In his official proclamation he called on "Americans of all faiths and religious traditions and backgrounds to offer prayers today for all those harmed by Hurricane Harvey."

Trump made a second visit yesterday to communities devastated by Harvey, travelling to Houston and Lake Charles, Louisiana.

The has asked to approve USD 7.9 billion for initial relief efforts when lawmakers return to on Tuesday.

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First Published: Sun, September 03 2017. 20:42 IST