Shrapnel hits cars on California highway during Marines celebration

California Governor Gavin Newsom had shut down the freeway, even though White House officials said it was safe.

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The event, celebrating the Marines' 250th birthday, was attended by Vice President JD Vance, and included live munitions being fired. The California Highway Patrol said one "detonated overhead prematurely" and struck two vehicles that were part of Vance's protective detail.

It came as state officials and the White House fought over a decision to close part of Interstate 5 for the event in southern California.

"Firing live rounds over a busy highway isn't just wrong - it's dangerous," Governor Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, said.

The highway patrol said no injuries were reported and they notified the Marine Corps, which then cancelled firing any further munitions.