US President Donald Trump addressed Americans on 250th anniversary at ‘Salute to America’ event on Sunday (July 5) that is being held at National Mall in Washington. Beginning his speech with “American dream is back”, Trump addressed a cheering crowd, Trump veered into familiar topics including Iran war and jobs. As expected, he made the speech rally style and spoke about voting reforms called the Save America Act and the executive order attempting to strike down birthright citizenship, as well as efforts to protect the Second Amendment. He also made reference to his overseas military adventures: Venezuela and Iran.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-holds-90-mins-frank-phone-call-with-putin-over-ukraine-war-end-of-hostilities-soon-1783216784353">Trump holds 90 mins 'frank' phone call with Putin over Ukraine war</a><h2>What Trump said on SAVE America Act?</h2>“For 250 years, the United States of America has been the hope, the promise, the light, and the glory among all of the nations of the world... with God's help, we can always be this or even better... Here on our National Mall, we're celebrating Freedom's triumph over tyranny, liberty's conquest over oppression, and the enduring victory of the America spirit from July 4, 1776 to July 4, 2026... Tonight, our country is stronger, freer, richer, safer and prouder than ever before,” Trump said.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Today our country is winning again, and we’re winning like never before. America is back, and we want to keep America great, and we will do so by approving the SAVE America Act, which means all voters must show voter ID … all voters must provide a little thing called proof of citizenship,” Trump said.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">US President Donald J. Trump: National Mall in the District of Columbia: &quot;No people have done more good, shown more courage, made more progress, righted more injustice, or achieved more greatness than you, the American people! For 250 years, the United States of America has… <a href="https://t.co/1Eoug33Ebx">pic.twitter.com/1Eoug33Ebx</a>&mdash; Global OSINT (@GlobalOSINTHQ) <a href="https://x.com/GlobalOSINTHQ/status/2073616253038612745?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 5, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Trump attacks communism</h2>About seven minutes in, Trump slammed "communists", a label he often attaches to Democrats and other political opponents. “Communism is a loser, and it always will be. The communist system is the opposite of the American system,” he said. "As our Declaration of Independence tells us: We are all made in the image of One Almighty God. And the communists will never say that. That's for sure." Elsewhere in his speech, he added: "And all these talks from the communists, they haven't got a chance. Not a chance. We don't want communists in our country. Never worked. And it never will work,” he said.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">PRESIDENT TRUMP: &quot;We are all made in the image of One Almighty God. And the communists will never say that. That&#39;s for sure. <a href="https://t.co/3tq78cduEM">pic.twitter.com/3tq78cduEM</a>&mdash; Bannon’s WarRoom (@Bannons_WarRoom) <a href="https://x.com/Bannons_WarRoom/status/2073619282571796914?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 5, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>What Trump said on Iran?</h2>Trump boasted about US military action, claiming 'we wiped out their military' when referring to Iran and Venezuela. On Iran war, Trump said: “We rebuilt our military in my first term. We used it a little bit in my - I should say third time, but I won't because of the controversy. But we used it, and we've had tremendous success. You look at Venezuela, you look at Iran. We wiped it out. Wiped out their military..."

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | At the &#39;Salute to America Celebration&#39; on the 250th Independence Day of the USA, President Donald Trump says, &quot;Our rise to being the world&#39;s strongest and most powerful nation was no accident of history. We rebuilt our military in my first term. We use it a little bit in… <a href="https://t.co/NvfmmuPYiV">pic.twitter.com/NvfmmuPYiV</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2073621161452441966?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 5, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">HONORING GOLD STAR FAMILIES<a href="https://x.com/POTUS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@POTUS</a>: As we celebrate America&#39;s unmatched achievements and unlimited potential, we NEVER FORGET that NONE of this would have been possible without those who gave everything so we could reach this 250th year of freedom. <a href="https://t.co/F5w3U8jw1d">pic.twitter.com/F5w3U8jw1d</a>&mdash; Real America&#39;s Voice (RAV) (@RealAmVoice) <a href="https://x.com/RealAmVoice/status/2073620763320451384?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 5, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Trump marked America's 250th anniversary at the National Mall, declaring the "American Dream is back." He backed the SAVE America Act, attacked communism, defended voter ID and citizenship proof, and touted US military actions in Iran and Venezuela 

US President Donald Trump addressed Americans on 250th anniversary at ‘Salute to America’ event on Sunday (July 5) that is being held at National Mall in Washington. Beginning his speech with “American dream is back”, Trump addressed a cheering crowd, Trump veered into familiar topics including Iran war and jobs. As expected, he made the speech rally style and spoke about voting reforms called the Save America Act and the executive order attempting to strike down birthright citizenship, as well as efforts to protect the Second Amendment. He also made reference to his overseas military adventures: Venezuela and Iran. Also Read: Trump holds 90 mins 'frank' phone call with Putin over Ukraine war What Trump said on SAVE America Act? “For 250 years, the United States of America has been the hope, the promise, the light, and the glory among all of the nations of the world... with God's help, we can always be this or even better... Here on our National Mall, we're celebrating Freedom's triumph over tyranny, liberty's conquest over oppression, and the enduring victory of the America spirit from July 4, 1776 to July 4, 2026... Tonight, our country is stronger, freer, richer, safer and prouder than ever before,” Trump said. “Today our country is winning again, and we’re winning like never before. America is back, and we want to keep America great, and we will do so by approving the SAVE America Act, which means all voters must show voter ID … all voters must provide a little thing called proof of citizenship,” Trump said.

Trump marked America's 250th anniversary at the National Mall, declaring the "American Dream is back." He backed the SAVE America Act, attacked communism, defended voter ID and citizenship proof, and touted US military actions in Iran and Venezuela&nbsp;

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to US President Donald Trump on the 250th anniversary of US Independence on behalf of the “1.4 billion Indians”. In a post on the social media platform X, Prime Minister Modi congratulated Trump, highlighted the two nations' strategic partnership, limitless potential, shared commitment to democratic values and rule of law.“On behalf of 1.4 billion Indians, I extend my warmest congratulations to President Trump and the people of the United States on the historic 250th anniversary of your Independence. India and the United States share more than a strategic partnership. Our shared belief in democracy, the rule of law and the limitless potential of our people makes our friendship a force for global good. May the next 250 years bring even greater prosperity, peace and progress for America and take the India-US partnership to new heights,” wrote PM Modi.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pm-modi-australia-visit-death-threat-investigation-1783172373382">Australia probes chilling death threat ahead of PM Modi's Melbourne event</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">On behalf of 1.4 billion Indians, I extend my warmest congratulations to President Trump and the people of the United States on the historic 250th anniversary of your Independence. India and the United States share more than a strategic partnership. Our shared belief in…&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://x.com/narendramodi/status/2073412135770808736?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 4, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The US embassy in India also shared a collaborative video to commemorate the major milestone branding under the "America 250 initiative". The video featured a strong bilateral partnership of India and the US, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump sharing a handshake during a bilateral meeting at the G7 summit and a message from the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio saying, “India is the world's largest democracy, and America is the oldest". The video also featured messages from prominent Indian icons across sports, arts, and business.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">250 years. Countless stories. One enduring spirit. Join us as celebrated voices share what American excellence means to them as the United States marks its 250th year. Their reflections highlight the ideas, achievements, and optimism that continue to shape the American story.… <a href="https://t.co/sLVq82o2gk">pic.twitter.com/sLVq82o2gk</a>&mdash; U.S. Embassy India (@USAndIndia) <a href="https://x.com/USAndIndia/status/2073232846538592760?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 4, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated US President Donald Trump on the 250th anniversary of American Independence, highlighting the India-US strategic partnership and shared democratic values.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to US President Donald Trump on the 250th anniversary of US Independence on behalf of the “1.4 billion Indians”. In a post on the social media platform X, Prime Minister Modi congratulated Trump, highlighted the two nations' strategic partnership, limitless potential, shared commitment to democratic values and rule of law. “On behalf of 1.4 billion Indians, I extend my warmest congratulations to President Trump and the people of the United States on the historic 250th anniversary of your Independence. India and the United States share more than a strategic partnership. Our shared belief in democracy, the rule of law and the limitless potential of our people makes our friendship a force for global good. May the next 250 years bring even greater prosperity, peace and progress for America and take the India-US partnership to new heights,” wrote PM Modi. Also Read: Australia probes chilling death threat ahead of PM Modi's Melbourne event

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated US President Donald Trump on the 250th anniversary of American Independence, highlighting the India-US strategic partnership and shared democratic values.

PM Modi congratulates Trump, Americans on 250th US Independence Day, hails India-US partnership

In a starkly pro-immigration speech on the 250th anniversary of the US, New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani challenged President Donald Trump’s view of the nation and his stand against immigrants without naming him directly.&nbsp;Mamdani criticised Trump’s immigration policies while sitting behind a City Hall desk that once belonged to George Washington. He was flanked by recently naturalised US citizens, and rebuked the view held by “the powerful”.&nbsp;“America, they will tell you, belongs only to those with the right accent or the right shade of skin. The rest of us, they insist, should be grateful for merely being allowed to visit. How small they are. How weak, how unoriginal,” he said.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mourners-chant-death-to-america-and-israel-at-khamenei-funeral-trump-says-gave-them-a-week-off-1783162801938">Also Read: Mourners chant ‘death’ to America and Israel at Khamenei funeral; Trump says ‘gave them a week off’</a>&nbsp;Mamdani’s move to deliver an address marking the country’s semiquincentennial is being seen as another major step onto the national political stage after three House candidates endorsed by him defeated incumbents and incumbent-endorsed candidates in Democratic primaries last month. He timed his speech hours before Trump’s address at Mount Rushmore.&nbsp;“Hundreds of thousands of Irish immigrants arrived with stomachs aching from a famine manufactured by imperial cruelty,” Mamdani said. “Chinese sailors settled in what is today Chinatown. Millions more travelled under the Statue of Liberty and through Ellis Island. Jewish people escaping pogroms, Italians fleeing poverty. Syrians seeking economic opportunity,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-deputy-pm-ishaq-dar-s-grandson-arrested-for-abduction-gangrape-of-two-women-foreigners-in-lahore-1783092769837">Pakistan Deputy PM Ishaq Dar’s grandson arrested for abduction, gangrape of two women foreigners in Lahore</a>&nbsp;Mamdani’s address also assumes significance as it comes after the Supreme Court struck down Trump’s order on birthright citizenship.&nbsp;“The work of fulfilling the values first enshrined in the Declaration of Independence, that work endures, and it belongs to us all. It belongs, too, to our newest Americans, those standing here with me today, all of whom were recently naturalized,” Mamdani said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-will-avenge-the-blood-of-ali-khamenei-iran-army-ahead-of-state-funeral-of-former-supreme-leader-1783084776018">'We will avenge the blood of Ali Khamenei': Iran army ahead of state funeral of former supreme leader</a>&nbsp;“Nearly a decade ago, I too felt what you feel, the joy of no longer being just a New Yorker, but an American, too,” said Mamdani, who was born in Uganda and was naturalized as a US citizen in 2018.&nbsp;He called “division” the “oldest” and “cheapest” trick in politics.“At every moment in our past, those who led through exclusion and isolation have tried to win power and enrich themselves by turning us against one another,” Mamdani said.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-s-politicians-and-military-not-india-big-part-of-its-problems-says-singapore-s-ex-envoy-1783084062494">‘Pakistan’s politicians and military, not India, big part of its problems,’ says Singapore’s ex-envoy</a>&nbsp;The New York mayor further said that the ideals upon which the US was built are strong enough to endure any authoritarian regime.“What a responsibility each of us possesses to prove ourselves worthy of all those who came before. What power each of us holds to bring America ever closer to the greatness so many have seen when they looked upon these shores, the greatness that for 250 years has been America,” Mamdani concluded.

Zohran Mamdani’s move to deliver an address marking the country’s semiquincentennial is being seen as another major step onto the national political stage after three House candidates endorsed by him defeated incumbents and incumbent-endorsed candidates in Democratic primaries last month.

In a starkly pro-immigration speech on the 250th anniversary of the US, New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani challenged President Donald Trump’s view of the nation and his stand against immigrants without naming him directly. Mamdani criticised Trump’s immigration policies while sitting behind a City Hall desk that once belonged to George Washington. He was flanked by recently naturalised US citizens, and rebuked the view held by “the powerful”. “America, they will tell you, belongs only to those with the right accent or the right shade of skin. The rest of us, they insist, should be grateful for merely being allowed to visit. How small they are. How weak, how unoriginal,” he said. Also Read: Mourners chant ‘death’ to America and Israel at Khamenei funeral; Trump says ‘gave them a week off’ Mamdani’s move to deliver an address marking the country’s semiquincentennial is being seen as another major step onto the national political stage after three House candidates endorsed by him defeated incumbents and incumbent-endorsed candidates in Democratic primaries last month. He timed his speech hours before Trump’s address at Mount Rushmore. “Hundreds of thousands of Irish immigrants arrived with stomachs aching from a famine manufactured by imperial cruelty,” Mamdani said. “Chinese sailors settled in what is today Chinatown. Millions more travelled under the Statue of Liberty and through Ellis Island. Jewish people escaping pogroms, Italians fleeing poverty. Syrians seeking economic opportunity,” he added. Also Read: Pakistan Deputy PM Ishaq Dar’s grandson arrested for abduction, gangrape of two women foreigners in Lahore Mamdani’s address also assumes significance as it comes after the Supreme Court struck down Trump’s order on birthright citizenship. “The work of fulfilling the values first enshrined in the Declaration of Independence, that work endures, and it belongs to us all. It belongs, too, to our newest Americans, those standing here with me today, all of whom were recently naturalized,” Mamdani said. Also Read: 'We will avenge the blood of Ali Khamenei': Iran army ahead of state funeral of former supreme leader “Nearly a decade ago, I too felt what you feel, the joy of no longer being just a New Yorker, but an American, too,” said Mamdani, who was born in Uganda and was naturalized as a US citizen in 2018. He called “division” the “oldest” and “cheapest” trick in politics. “At every moment in our past, those who led through exclusion and isolation have tried to win power and enrich themselves by turning us against one another,” Mamdani said. Also Read: ‘Pakistan’s politicians and military, not India, big part of its problems,’ says Singapore’s ex-envoy The New York mayor further said that the ideals upon which the US was built are strong enough to endure any authoritarian regime. “What a responsibility each of us possesses to prove ourselves worthy of all those who came before. What power each of us holds to bring America ever closer to the greatness so many have seen when they looked upon these shores, the greatness that for 250 years has been America,” Mamdani concluded.

Zohran Mamdani’s move to deliver an address marking the country’s semiquincentennial is being seen as another major step onto the national political stage after three House candidates endorsed by him defeated incumbents and incumbent-endorsed candidates in Democratic primaries last month.

In 250th anniversary address, Mamdani offers a contrast to Trump’s vision for US

As the United States celebrates its 250th birthday on July 4, 2026, the skies of Washington at night are expected to fill with a record-setting 850,000 individual fireworks for a 40-minute spectacle. The biggest fireworks show will be done by the fireworks company Pyrotecnico. The company has five generations of family expertise and experience from major events such as the Super Bowl and large-scale music concerts to mark America's 250th Independence anniversary in spectacular fashion. "I mean, it is the biggest show that we've done," Rocco Vitale, president of Pyrotecnico, told CBS News. "...My earliest memories of fireworks displays and doing the Fourth of July were here." Preparations for the show began in January, with the company using computer simulations to design and perfect the display before the live event. Pyrotecnico showcased one of its key preparations, eight barges positioned along the Potomac River, each equipped to launch the massive fireworks spectacle. "Each firing location has a communication device, and it's all set on GPS. And once the time of the show is put into the system, it goes at that time," Vitale explained.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fourth-of-july-celebrations-across-us-hit-by-severe-heatwave-washington-philadelphia-1783141209004">Fourth of July celebrations across US hit by severe heatwave</a><h3>When will the fireworks display begin?</h3>According to Freedom 250, the organiser of the "Salute to America 250 Celebration &amp; Fireworks" on the National Mall, President Donald Trump is scheduled to deliver remarks at 9:45 p.m. ET, with the fireworks display beginning at 10:45 p.m. ET. The celebration is expected to attract hundreds of thousands of spectators. In addition, the famous ball will drop eight separate times in New York City's Times Square to mark midnight across each American time zone. Philadelphia is set to bury a time capsule that will remain sealed until 2276. "When it is opened in 2276, we want future generations to have a clear, authentic window into who we were at 250, what we valued, what we built, and how we saw ourselves as a nation," America250 Chair Rosie Rios said. A major concert at the Memorial Coliseum will also be hosted in Los Angeles, whereas cities like Milwaukee are organising neighbourhood block parties.

The US will mark its 250th Independence Day on July 4 with a record-breaking fireworks show featuring 850,000 fireworks over Washington, DC. The 40-minute display by Pyrotecnico begins at 10:45 pm ET after President Donald Trump's address.

As the United States celebrates its 250th birthday on July 4, 2026, the skies of Washington at night are expected to fill with a record-setting 850,000 individual fireworks for a 40-minute spectacle. The biggest fireworks show will be done by the fireworks company Pyrotecnico. The company has five generations of family expertise and experience from major events such as the Super Bowl and large-scale music concerts to mark America's 250th Independence anniversary in spectacular fashion. "I mean, it is the biggest show that we've done," Rocco Vitale, president of Pyrotecnico, told CBS News. "...My earliest memories of fireworks displays and doing the Fourth of July were here." Preparations for the show began in January, with the company using computer simulations to design and perfect the display before the live event. Pyrotecnico showcased one of its key preparations, eight barges positioned along the Potomac River, each equipped to launch the massive fireworks spectacle. "Each firing location has a communication device, and it's all set on GPS. And once the time of the show is put into the system, it goes at that time," Vitale explained. Also read: Fourth of July celebrations across US hit by severe heatwave When will the fireworks display begin? According to Freedom 250, the organiser of the "Salute to America 250 Celebration & Fireworks" on the National Mall, President Donald Trump is scheduled to deliver remarks at 9:45 p.m. ET, with the fireworks display beginning at 10:45 p.m. ET. The celebration is expected to attract hundreds of thousands of spectators. In addition, the famous ball will drop eight separate times in New York City's Times Square to mark midnight across each American time zone. Philadelphia is set to bury a time capsule that will remain sealed until 2276. "When it is opened in 2276, we want future generations to have a clear, authentic window into who we were at 250, what we valued, what we built, and how we saw ourselves as a nation," America250 Chair Rosie Rios said. A major concert at the Memorial Coliseum will also be hosted in Los Angeles, whereas cities like Milwaukee are organising neighbourhood block parties.

The US will mark its 250th Independence Day on July 4 with a record-breaking fireworks show featuring 850,000 fireworks over Washington, DC. The 40-minute display by Pyrotecnico begins at 10:45 pm ET after President Donald Trump's address.

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