"We Will Send Them Into Exile": Donald Trump Vows to Expel 'Communists' from U.S.

Donald Trump kicked off the celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the United States with a fiery speech at Mount Rushmore, South Dakota. Addressing the crowd at the iconic monument, the former president lauded the "American miracle" but quickly pivoted to what he described as an internal threat.

"As we approach this magnificent anniversary, we see our American identity under attack," Trump declared, referencing a "resurgence of the communist threat" from "newcomers" whose ideas he claims are antithetical to the American way of life. He characterized communism as a "mortal threat to American freedom," equating it with "death, tyranny, and the pursuit of evil."

Trump promised decisive action against those he labels communists, stating, "We will send them into exile. We will quickly drive them out, and we will continue to build our country back bigger, better, and stronger than ever before."

The speech, delivered on the eve of July 4th, set a combative tone for the nation's birthday festivities. Trump was scheduled to hold a campaign-style rally on the National Mall in Washington D.C. later that day, followed by what was described as the "world's largest" fireworks display.