President Donald Trump gave a spirited patriotic address at Mount Rushmore, celebrating the eve of America’s 250th anniversary. He declared the United States as the most exceptional nation, promising it would never become a Communist country.
Speaking in front of the granite images of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt, Trump emphasized American exceptionalism as the nation’s anniversary festivities began across the country.
“In all the chronicles of the ages, never before has any nation celebrated so magnificent a triumph as this one,” Trump told the crowd.
Trump described America as the oldest republic, highlighted its freedom, its righteous and enduring Constitution, and its strength. He noted that, by God’s grace, the United States has been the most successful and accomplished nation in human history.
He praised the nation’s achievements, claiming no other country has matched the good the United States has done for the world. The birth and survival of America were hailed as the most incredible human accomplishments on the planet.
The celebration also featured fireworks after Trump’s speech, with the new Air Force One flying over Mount Rushmore as spectators applauded.
Trump warned against what he saw as a growing communist movement aiming to undermine America’s character. He posed the question, “What does it mean to be an American?” as a key consideration for the nation’s future.
Describing communism as the greatest threat, Trump compared it to past significant historical threats and vowed not to let it prevail, deeming communism the enemy of free people. He urged America to remain loyal to its ideals over communist influences.
He invoked the sacrifices made by Americans at historical battles such as Concord, Trenton, Gettysburg, and more, indicating these actions secured the nation’s freedom.
Trump highlighted the achievements of the presidents carved into Mount Rushmore, representing foundational American ideals. He described them as men of great action and intelligence, committing the nation to live up to their legacy.
As part of the ongoing anniversary celebrations, Trump is set to speak again in Washington, D.C., leading to another fireworks display.
“We know that this is not an ending,” he said. “This is only the beginning of the golden age of America.”