WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has tweeted a military-themed, Independence Day video greeting to the nation.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) July 4, 2018
In a short recording, Trump said Wednesday he and first lady Melania Trump wished everyone a happy holiday.
Trump noted the day marked the 242nd anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. But his focus was on the U.S. military and veterans. Trump declared, “Our freedom has been earned through the blood and sweat and sacrifice of American heroes. And these are great American heroes.”
Trump is to hold a picnic Wednesday afternoon for military families at the White House, followed by a concert and with a view of the National Park Service’s fireworks display.
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