U.S. President Barack Obama speaks during a town-hall event in Fort Lee, Virginia, on Wednesday, September 28.
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The event gave Obama a chance to meet with members of the military community, including veterans and active-duty service members. Here, he answers a question from Marine Cpl. Brandon Rumbaugh, who lost both of his legs in Afghanistan.
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Obama listens to a member of the audience. Fort Lee is home to the U.S. Army's Combined Arms Support Command.
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A television screen shows Obama answering a question during the event.
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Col. Adam Butler, Fort Lee's garrison commander, has served in the Army for more than 30 years. He just returned from Afghanistan.
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Military members watch Obama speak.
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The event was moderated by CNN's Jake Tapper.
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Obama discussed issues related to the military and national security.
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The White House said ahead of the town hall that Obama wanted to keep the event focus on troops and away from politics.
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Obama answers a question during the event.
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Obama greets World War II veteran Millie Veasey after the event.
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Obama meets with military members after the event.
