Levin concerned over possible I-5 closures amid live-fire reports at Camp Pendleton event
Camp Pendleton gate File photo courtesy of Camp Pendleton Rep Mike Levin issued a announcement Wednesday expressing concern over foreseen plans to close portions of Interstate this weekend amid reports Navy ships will fire live ordnance over the freeway during the Marine Corps th birthday celebration at Camp Pendleton The closure would affect a section between Orange and San Diego counties cutting off a major artery serving more than daily travelers according to the Los Angeles Times The th birthday of the United States Marine Corps is a moment to be proud to honor two and a half centuries of valor and excellence explained Levin who represents north coastal San Diego and South Orange County It deserves to be celebrated in a way worthy of their legacy and consistent with their values honor courage and commitment That s why I am concerned by reports that portions of Interstate could be closed for several hours in both directions on Friday and Saturday to accommodate events tied to anything partisan or political he disclosed Even on a normal weekend traffic along the I- corridor is heavy Long closures would cause considerable congestion and real hardship for residents businesses and first responders I hope any such closures can be minimized The Times communicated the celebration will include a live amphibious assault demonstration though it s unclear whether anything will be fired over I- This would be an absurd show of force and totally uncalled for during a executive shutdown when members of the military cannot even get a paycheck Gov Gavin Newsom s Press Office posted on X Wednesday This would be an absurd show of force and totally uncalled for during a leadership shutdown when members of the military cannot even get a paycheck https t co hG EI FMwT Governor Newsom Press Office GovPressOffice October Donald Trump and JD Vance can find money to launch missiles over the I- during a governing body shutdown but not a dime for Americans soundness care Newsom also posted on X The event titled Sea to Shore A Review of Amphibious Strength is expected to draw attendees Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to attend Saturday and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is set to speak
