The unconventional timing of President Obama’s surprise trip to Afghanistan was aimed at allowing him to address the nation at a convenient time for U.S. television audiences, according to the White House pool report. Obama’s speech at 7:30 p.m. ET is expected to last about 10 minutes.
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