250th birthday
Coverage of 250th birthday in the Nexus archive.
- Trump rejected nearly 6,000 clemency applications amid hope of pardon wave
Trump rejected nearly 6,000 clemency applications. Expectations were raised for pardons in connection with the country’s 250th birthday, but the president granted fewer than 20 on July 3.
- Trump Rejected Nearly 6,000 Clemency Applications Amid Hope of Pardon Wave
Trump rejected nearly 6,000 clemency applications. Expectations were raised for a pardon wave linked to the country’s 250th birthday, but the president granted fewer than 20 on July 3.
- US Mint begins producing a $1 coin bearing Trump’s face that will be available in the fall
The U.S. Mint has begun producing a $1 coin featuring Donald Trump's image to commemorate America's 250th birthday, with a fall release. The coin, which has a gold finish but is not made of gold, includes design changes from the originally approved version. The Treasury Department acknowledged the coin aims to honor liberty and patriotism, though it has faced criticism due to federal laws typically prohibiting living presidents from appearing on currency.
- I know how important Main Street grocery stores are to America, because I grew up in one
The author, from a family of grocers in New Orleans, emphasizes the role of independent grocery stores as community cornerstones, highlighting their loss after Hurricane Katrina and ongoing challenges. They support free markets and competition, noting Walmart and Sam's Club's recent price cuts at President Trump's request to celebrate America's 250th birthday.
- Top highlights from Trump's late night July 4 address: 'No dream in history is bigger'
President Donald Trump delivered a 37-minute speech at Washington, D.C.'s National Mall on July 4, highlighting the American experiment, faith, and freedom. His address, delayed by weather, was followed by a Guinness world-record fireworks display. Trump praised America's strength, exceptionalism, and the crowd's dedication despite the storm.
- Trump, Bessent preview new currency bearing his signature
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent previewed new U.S. currency featuring President Trump's signature, set to circulate for the nation’s 250th birthday. The $100 bill includes both their signatures, as shared on Trump’s Truth Social account.
- Marine reflects on service as nation marks 250th birthday
The article highlights America's 250th birthday and features Sgt. Carlos Espinoza, a Marine Corps member with nearly seven years of service, discussing his military experience and the semiquincentennial celebration.
- Almost 1 million without power across the country as US is blanketed by heatwave
Nearly 1 million people are experiencing power outages across multiple US states due to a heatwave as the country begins its 250th birthday celebrations.
- Belgian diamond group that won tariff relief gifted Trump a lavishly encrusted ring
A Belgian diamond group, the Antwerp World Diamond Center, gifted a diamond-encrusted ring to U.S. President Donald Trump through the U.S. ambassador to Belgium, thanking him for removing U.S. tariffs on diamond imports. The ring, valued with 321 diamonds and other gems, was presented during an event commemorating America’s 250th anniversary and reflects the industry’s gratitude for trade relief.
- Inside look at security operations for July Fourth celebrations in D.C.
Security is heightened around Washington, D.C., as crowds gather for the July Fourth celebrations marking the nation's 250th birthday. The article highlights increased security measures and mentions Nicole Sganga as the reporter.
- What to expect at Trump’s epic 4th of July ‘Salute to America’ bash: ‘People will be in awe’
The 4th of July 'Salute to America' event on the National Mall celebrates America's 250th birthday, described by organizers as a 'once in a lifetime' experience that will leave attendees in awe.
- House GOP deadlocks over Trump’s demands, sending lawmakers home early
The House GOP deadlocked over Trump’s demands, resulting in lawmakers being sent home early. The legislative branch paused its work as the nation celebrated its 250th birthday.
- America’s future at 250 remains wide open — as long as we don’t take our values for granted
The article discusses how partisan politics are obstructing the celebration of America's 250th birthday and highlights the importance of preserving core values to shape the nation's future.
- Can you pass this quiz on American history and government?
The article introduces a quiz to test knowledge on American history and government as the nation celebrates its 250th birthday. It encourages readers to assess their civics understanding and compare their scores with others.
- Did the Reflecting Pool remodel cause the bright green algae bloom?
Donald Trump proposed painting the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool a darker blue to celebrate the U.S. 250th birthday, but it has recently turned bright green due to an algae bloom. The article questions whether the pool's remodeling caused the green algae bloom.
- It’s Not Easy Being Green
Workers attempted to change the color of the National Mall's Reflecting Pool to President Trump's preferred blue using hydrogen peroxide, but the water turned green instead, sparking public criticism and confusion. The project, which cost taxpayers $16.4 million and included a nanobubbling system to combat algae, has failed to achieve its goal ahead of America's 250th birthday.
- Leftist bid to 'reframe' 250th birthday narrative reunites Women's March squad
Linda Sarsour, who previously left the Women's March amid an antisemitism uproar, is reuniting the group for the nation's 250th birthday celebration. The effort aims to 'reframe' the 250th anniversary narrative.