President Trump Delivers Patriotic Address at Mount Rushmore
President Donald Trump delivered a powerful speech at Mount Rushmore, asserting the United States as the “most exceptional nation ever to exist” and stating it would “never be a Communist country.” The address took place under the gaze of the iconic stone faces of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt as preparations for America’s 250th anniversary celebrations grew.
“In all the chronicles of the ages, never before has any nation celebrated so magnificent a triumph as this one,” Trump proclaimed, epitomizing American exceptionalism.
He highlighted America’s status as the oldest republic globally, emphasizing freedoms, a strong Constitution, and the nation’s enduring strength. Trump praised the U.S. as the most successful nation in history.
Before Trump’s appearance, the new Air Force One hovered over Mount Rushmore, thrilling spectators. A fireworks display followed his remarks.
Trump warned of a growing communist movement he claimed threatens America’s values and history. He posed the question, “What does it mean to be an American?” and mocked communism as the nation’s “greatest threat,” likening it to historical adversities like World Wars, Pearl Harbor, and 9/11.
“Communism is the exact opposite of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness,” Trump stated. He emphasized unity against communism, arguing it’s incompatible with patriotism.
Addressing American values, he reflected on past sacrifices, declaring they were not made for “thieves, radicals, and lunatics” to exploit. He praised the presidents carved into Mount Rushmore as embodying America’s ideals: action, ambition, courage, destiny, and intelligence.
As a symbolic recommitment, Trump described these figures as “heroes” and urged the nation to strive for greatness on their example.
Trump announced he would continue this message the following day at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., ahead of a fireworks celebration. “This is only the beginning of the golden age of America,” he concluded, promising a bright future.