National Mall Evacuated as Storms Interrupt Trump’s America 250 Event
Freedom 250 said attendees would be readmitted after screening again, and Trump’s speech was pushed back about an hour, officials said.
- President Donald Trump is set to headline Independence Day celebrations on the National Mall tonight, delivering remarks ahead of what organizers are calling one of the largest fireworks displays ever held in Washington, D.C., marking America's 250th birthday.
- The White House has billed this year's Fourth of July festivities as a celebration of America's semiquincentennial, anchored by the Great American State Fair featuring interactive exhibits and state-hosted programs about respective areas.
- Organizers say 850,000 firework shells will be launched from 10 sites, with the 40-minute show expected to start near 11 p.m. ET following the president's address.
- Attendees should exercise caution amid dangerous heat forecasts, with a "feels like" temperature around 109 degrees as crowds gather on the Mall for the day's events.
- Trump's appearance follows a South Dakota rally where he described Communism as "a mortal threat to American liberty," urging citizens to recommit to the nation's founding principles as the country celebrates its 250th anniversary.
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Trump delivers keynote address at ‘Salute to America 250’ event on the National Mall
Speaking in Washington after storms prompted a roughly two-hour evacuation of the National Mall, Trump honored veterans, including several from World War II and one of the first Black officers to lead a Special Forces team in combat in Vietnam.
Trump addresses nation and fireworks light up National Mall after storm delay
President Trump lauded America's storied history on Saturday night in a speech marking the 250th anniversary of its independence, while also praising his war in Iran, railing against "communists," and vowing to restrict mail-in ballots.
(Agenzia Vista) USA, July 05, 2026 The party for the 250th US at the National Mall in Washington ends with a concert and a long fireworks show, after the speech of President Trump. Here is the execution of the American Anthem. WhiteHouse Source: Agenzia Vista / Alexander Jakhnagiev
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