On May 31, 2023, while President Donald Trump was still former president and candidate, he announced a "Salute to America 250" celebration in Iowa. Promises made, promises kept. On July 3, 2025, after the victory on the One Big Beautiful Bill, Trump flew to Iowa for the launch of "America 250."
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Think about it: In 2023, Joe Biden hadn't yet been replaced on the Democrat ticket with Kamala Harris. Trump 45 was still running through the lawfare gauntlet. Yet, he still had this vision for his presidency, and more importantly, for America's future. Here are his 2023 remarks:
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Trump promised on Day 1 that he would convene a White House Task Force to "Salute to America 250." Check that off. On January 29, nine days after his inauguration, RedState reported Trump's executive order, which launched this very task force.
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As part of this celebration of America, Trump also teased "Patriot Games." While I love the Harrison Ford movie, it has nothing to do with it. It has everything to do with Make America Healthy Again by celebrating "the best of American skills, sportmanship and competitive spirit."
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Trump's hour-long speech, and the speeches by others in his cabinet like Ambassador Monica Crowley, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, and others gave even more insight into the purposeful programming and events planned throughout the year in order to deepen patriotism, anticipation, and participation in the celebration of America's 250th Birthday on July 4, 2026.
Every day, in every state across America, celebrations, events, historical re-enactments, and commemorations are planned or are in the works. As the Salute America 250 recap said:
As the United States embarks on this historic 250th anniversary celebration, America250 stands as a powerful reminder of who we are and what we can achieve together. Over the next twelve months, Americans from every state and community will join in honoring the nation’s enduring spirit—through storytelling, civic engagement, education, and shared experiences that inspire pride and participation.
Visit America250.org or the X handle @America250 on the regular to keep abreast of events in your state and across America.
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