The California Highway Patrol announced Saturday morning that a section of Interstate 5 will be closed Saturday, October 18, due to a military event at Camp Pendleton.

CHP said the shutdown will last until the end of the event, which is expected to include live ammunition being discharged over the freeway.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom also released a statement shortly after the closure was announced.

The military showcase has drawn has drawn strong objections from Gov. Newsom, who said safety concerns forced him to close a 17-mile portion of the interstate.

“The President is putting his ego over responsibility with this disregard for public safety,” the Democratic governor said in a statement. “Firing live

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