Trump Addresses 150,000 in D.C. Despite Storm, Denounces Communism

Despite a severe thunderstorm and lightning, U.S. President Donald Trump delivered a fiery speech to an estimated crowd of over 150,000 people at the National Mall in Washington D.C. on Saturday night, July 4th, celebrating the nation's 250th anniversary.

The event, which was delayed by nearly two hours due to the extreme weather, saw attendees braving the elements. Trump began by praising America as a beacon of hope and promise. He then pivoted to a strong condemnation of communism and the "far-left," declaring that the U.S. would never become a communist nation.

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Communism is a loser, it always has been, and it must be eradicated quickly, like a cancer.

"Communism is a loser, it always has been, and it must be eradicated quickly, like a cancer," Trump stated, seemingly targeting progressive candidates who have won Democratic primaries. He emphasized that while American troops fight communism abroad, the threat would not be tolerated domestically. He also urged Congress to pass the SAVE America Act, which would require photo identification for voters.

Trump expressed gratitude to the crowd for returning after an earlier evacuation due to the weather, joking that "lightning couldn't stop you." He added that he was determined to deliver his important speech on July 4th, regardless of the time. The large gathering, despite the risks, underscored a significant base of support for the president.

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Lightning couldn't stop you.