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July 4, 2026
Trump Warns of 'Communist Menace' in July Fourth Speech at Mount Rushmore
- President Trump warned of a 'communist menace' in his speech at Mount Rushmore, stating that American identity is under attack from communist ideals.
- He criticized 'radicals' and 'extremists' who he claims undermine American history and values, asserting that one cannot be both a communist and a patriot.
- Trump called for the abolition of the filibuster and the passage of the SAVE America Act, which would require voter identification and proof of citizenship.
4 Sources
- At Mount Rushmore, Trump Veers From Patriotism to ‘Communism’Jul 4, 2026 at 4:26 AM · NYT
- Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthdayJul 4, 2026 at 5:14 AM · Independent
- Trump launches America’s 250th birthday celebrations with partisan attackJul 4, 2026 at 5:30 AM · The Guardian
- Trump warns of "communist menace" in July Fourth speech at Mount RushmoreJul 4, 2026 at 6:19 AM · CBS News