President Donald Trump marked the start of Independence Day celebrations at Mount Rushmore with a fiery speech warning of a “communist menace” in the U.S. while framing America’s 250th anniversary as a defining moment for national identity.
Trump Targets ‘Communist Menace’ In July 4 Speech
On Saturday, speaking in Keystone, South Dakota, Trump delivered a sharply political address in which he criticized Democratic Socialists and progressive candidates, saying, “There is now a resurgence of the communist menace in our land.”
He added, “Communism is the enemy of free people everywhere… it is the enemy of the Constitution.”
Trump also urged major electoral changes, calling for the elimination of the Senate filibuster and promoting a “SAVE America Act,” arguing, “If we terminate the filibuster as we should do… then we will not lose an election for a hundred years.”
He accused political opponents of threatening American values.
He described communism as incompatible with the nation’s founding principles, while also praising historical leaders carved into Mount Rushmore as defenders of freedom and national strength.
Unity Calls On US 250th Anniversary
On Friday, Pope Leo XIV called for unity, peace and a renewed commitment to America’s founding ideals during a Liberty Medal ceremony marking the nation’s 250th anniversary, emphasizing that those principles remain unfinished.
He also referenced past tensions with Donald Trump over foreign policy but focused his remarks on national reflection and blessing the country.
Last month, Bill Maher urged Americans not to boycott July 4 celebrations over political divisions, encouraging participation in the semiquincentennial festivities and calling it a shared national milestone despite concerns about Trump’s involvement
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