Inside D.C. evacuation areas as guests wait for updates on Salute to America event
NBC News' Gary Grumbach reports from the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington, D.C., where Salute to America 250 attendees have been told to seek shelter due to inclement weather possibly striking the National Mall.
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 00:15:11 GMT

Record heat suspected in over 20 deaths as severe weather puts damper on Fourth of July festivities
Record-setting heat is suspected in 22 deaths from the Deep South to the Midwest to the East Coast, authorities said, with the temperature highs also suppressing some Fourth of July celebrations.
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 00:59:24 GMT

Weather emergencies disrupt Trump’s Fourth of July plans
WASHINGTON — It was supposed to be the largest Fourth of July celebration in recent history, featuring a record-breaking fireworks display and remarks by President Donald Trump.
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 00:15:42 GMT

Trump warns of communist ‘threat’ and touts America’s strength at Mount Rushmore
No presidential distinction rivals having one’s likeness carved onto Mt. Rushmore — an honor destined to elude Donald Trump, though his allies have pushed for it.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:57:14 GMT

Mamdani offers a contrast to Trump’s vision for America in a 250th anniversary address
The New York mayor gave a solidly pro-immigration speech, flanked by recently naturalized citizens, hours before the president plans to give his own address at Mount Rushmore.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:32:49 GMT