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President Trump Thanks Philadelphia Police Officers For Work During Summer Unrest, FOP Spokesperson Says

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- President Donald Trump is in Philadelphia Tuesday afternoon. He arrived aboard Air Force One at Philadelphia International Airport around 4:40 p.m.

When he touched down, Trump met with Fraternal Order of Police President John McNesby.

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A spokesperson says the president thanked McNesby and the men and women of the Philadelphia Police Department for their work during the unrest this summer. President Trump also asked McNesby to let the officers know they have his support.

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