Millions of Americans celebrated the country's 250th birthday on Saturday -- a landmark celebration that comes at a time of deep political division, with a president determined to put his stamp on the festivities. Washington's traditional fireworks display on the National Mall -- lined with monuments celebrating the nation's Founding Fathers -- has
US President Donald Trump lashed out Friday at what he called a fresh threat against the country's identity, taking aim at domestic "radicals and extremists" on the eve of America's 250th birthday. In a speech dripping with patriotism, Trump lauded American exceptionalism and praised its past leaders, speaking at Mount Rushmore with its giant carved
Festivities commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence ramped up across the United States on Friday as demonstrations of national pride - and hints of political polarization - were balanced with efforts to stay safe as much of the country baked under extreme heat. President Donald Trump spoke from Mount Rushmore, where he called the