Trump uses America’s 250 speech to honor military heroes and also push political agendas
President Trump concluded the semiquincentennial celebration by reflecting on the nation's history, honoring veterans and pushing his political agenda during his address at the Salute to America event. NBC News’ Ryan Nobles reports on key points from the president's speech.
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 04:21:59 GMT
Record heat suspected in over 20 deaths as severe weather dampens festivities
Record-setting heat is suspected in 25 deaths from the Deep South to the Midwest to the East Coast, authorities said, with the temperature highs also suppressing some Fourth of July celebrations.
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 00:59:24 GMT
Trump touts SAVE America Act during Salute to America 250 speech
President Trump highlighted the potential approval of the SAVE America Act during his Salute to America 250 speech, stating his goal to require photo identification to vote and limit the use of mail-in ballots.
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 03:50:02 GMT
Trump warns of communist ‘threat’ and touts America’s strength at Mount Rushmore
No presidential distinction rivals having one’s likeness carved onto Mt. Rushmore — an honor destined to elude Donald Trump, though his allies have pushed for it.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:57:14 GMT
Inside Tehran as funeral for late Iranian supreme leader
NBC News’ Richard Engel is in Tehran where huge crowds are gathering for the funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Our team was at the mosque where mourners were chanting “death to America.” The ayatollah was killed in American and Israeli airstrikes at the start of the war earlier this year.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 23:07:42 GMT