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Trump, Abe Cap Visit With Golf Outing

by Associated Press

   STERLING, VIRGINIA --

   President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe shared
   their love of golf on a sunny, windy Saturday at the president's
   northern Virginia course.

   Trump said on the eve of their outing they'd play a quick round at a
   "beautiful" place before he goes to Wisconsin for a rally.

   Meantime, Melania Trump and Akie Abe visited the Washington Monument
   after the two couples celebrated the U.S. first lady's 49th birthday
   over dinner the previous evening.

   Abe has stressed the two men's shared interest in golf as he's become
   one of the few global leaders to build a personal relationship with
   Trump. They've played rounds together in both countries.

   For all the camaraderie, Abe's visit also has been an occasion for each
   leader to express frustration about the other's tariffs.