Politics
Trump to Deliver Major Speech on Independence Day
President Trump is set to deliver a long speech celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. The event faces challenges due to extreme heat, but remains a significant political milestone.
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The Hill
Millions of Americans turned out to mark the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence this weekend, even as sweltering heat gripped much of the country and forced the nation’s capital to scale back its festivities. A heat dome engulfed more than two dozen states and Washington, D.C., sending temperatu
2026-07-04 21:54 UTC
The Hill
President Trump is expected to hold a "long" speech on the National Mall Saturday evening as the U.S. marks its 250th anniversary, even as record heat threatens to upend the festivities. Military flyovers, events at the Great American State Fair and a massive fireworks show are also scheduled throug
2026-07-04 22:00 UTC