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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America is kicking off its July 4th commemoration of the 250th anniversary of Independence Day with nationwide events, fireworks, military displays, and official ceremonies. US President Donald Trump is leading the celebration, who already spoke at Mount Rushmore on July 3. The Independence Day parade in Washington, DC, was cancelled due to extreme heat, but the capital will still host military flyovers, remarks by President Donald Trump and a fireworks show billed as the largest in history. Trump is pushing the celebrations as a “ Birthday Party”. But the festivities arrive as ordinary US citizens face a higher cost of living and war with Iran dividing Capitol Hill ahead of the looming midterms in November.Follow this live blog for the latest updates on President Trump's speeches, White House events, Fourth of July parades, fireworks displays, diplomatic messages from world leaders, security developments, and other major stories linked to America's Independence Day celebrations.

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.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-trump-us-independence-day-250th-anniversary-1783177642796">Read More</a>

PM Modi congratulates Trump, Americans on 250th US Independence Day

Former President Joe Biden honoured America's 250th anniversary and wrote in a social media post, "Two hundred and fifty years ago, a group of Americans signed their names to a piece of parchment and made a promise no nation had ever made before: that we’re all created equal, endowed by our Creator with unalienable rights — life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."He added: "We chose that path 250 years ago but that’s where the work began, not where it ended. Every generation has had to choose it again. At Valley Forge, at Gettysburg, on the beaches of Normandy, in the streets of Selma.""Now it’s our turn," he wrote, adding: "250 years in, we still haven’t fully lived up to those words in the Declaration. But we’ve never walked away from them.""Our story isn’t finished. Let’s keep writing it together," he wrote at the end.

Former President Joe Biden: 'Let's keep writing' America's story

King Charles has hailed the relationship between the US and the UK in a message commemorating the US's 250th birthday."Through centuries of shared challenge and achievement, our nations have built a relationship founded on friendship, trust and a belief in liberty, the rule of law and the dignity of all people," His Majesty says in a statement shared on X."I have no doubt we will continue to defend our shared values," he adds. "The connection between our people is one I trust will only grow stronger."

King Charles hails US-UK relationship ahead of 250th birthday celebrations

Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated US President Donald Trump on the occasion of July 4, the 250th American Independence Day“The signing of the United States Declaration of Independence not only heralded the birth of your nation but also constituted a landmark event in world history. It was then that Russia extended its unequivocal support to the North American colonists in their struggle for freedom from British rule.Over the course of two and a half centuries, many significant pages have been written in the history of relations between our nations. We fought as allies in two world wars, together liberating humanity from the horrors of Nazism, and subsequently played a pivotal role in shaping the foundations of the contemporary world order. Today, Russia and the United States, as the world’s two largest nuclear powers, bear a special responsibility for maintaining international security and stability.I am confident that the establishment of constructive, equitable and mutually beneficial relations between Moscow and Washington serves the interests not only of our peoples but also of the entire international community.Donald, I wish you and your loved ones health, well-being and every success, and I wish all citizens of the United States happiness and prosperity.”

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US Vice President JD Vance at the NY Harbour sent a contrasting message to the New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Vice President JD Vance has thanked President Donald Trump as he delivered a speech on USS Kearsarge in New York City. He says the US celebrates 250 years of "American daring and American naval excellence"."Today we celebrate 250 years of America, facing the future without fear. We celebrate 250 years of proving what a free people can achieve," he says.Vance paid tribute to the US sailors, police officers, and emergency workers, as well as the dozens of Navy chiefs who are visiting the country from around the world.Speaking in New York City at the International Naval Review, Vance said, “I have to address what you will hear from some loud voices today, because as much as all of us, whether we’re Democrat or Republican, whatever our political persuasion, all of us are celebrating, but you will hear a couple small but loud voices today speak obsessively, not of our national greatness, but of our national imperfections.”"They'll talk about America's sins with the anger and zeal of a brimstone preacher, but without ANY of the grace or forgiveness that must be present in the Christian faith.""These people misunderstand the essence of America from Thomas Jefferson to Henry Kaiser.""They misunderstand that we all have moments of great power despite those very real imperfections, that there are victims and heroes who live inside of each of us, from the most ambitious leaders and builders to steel welders like my grandfather, people who had their own role to play in turning this dangerous wilderness into the proudest civilisation in history.""So what I'd ask you to do, my fellow Americans, on our 250th birthday is to REJECT the two-dimensional view of your fellow citizens and reject the two-dimensional view of your country.""REJECT America is a place for zero-sum thinking because it is not! Our history is one of people carving a great civilisation out of the wilderness."'Today we celebrate 250 years of America facing the future without fear,' says Vance

JD Vance says reject imperfections on US Independence day speech 

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Some of the events marking the landmark anniversary have had to be cancelled, or will start later, as parts of the US grapple with extreme heat. Temperatures of over 100F (38C) are expected along parts of the East Coast. In Washington DC, President Donald Trump will also speak at what has been billed as a “spectacular rally” on the National Mall. Millions are expected to gather for the nation’s signature Independence Day fireworks displays, including the Macy’s show in New York, the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular, the “Salute to America 250” celebration in Washington and Chicago’s largest-ever Navy Pier fireworks show

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America is kicking off its July 4th commemoration of the 250th anniversary of Independence Day with nationwide events, fireworks, military displays, and official ceremonies. US President Donald Trump is leading the celebration, who already spoke at Mount Rushmore on July 3. The Independence Day parade in Washington, DC, was cancelled due to extreme heat, but the capital will still host military flyovers, remarks by President Donald Trump and a fireworks show billed as the largest in history. Trump is pushing the celebrations as a “ Birthday Party”. But the festivities arrive as ordinary US citizens face a higher cost of living and war with Iran dividing Capitol Hill ahead of the looming midterms in November. Follow this live blog for the latest updates on President Trump's speeches, White House events, Fourth of July parades, fireworks displays, diplomatic messages from world leaders, security developments, and other major stories linked to America's Independence Day celebrations.

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