Communism
Coverage of Communism in the Nexus archive.
- Time to choose: Jefferson’s Declaration vs. Marx’s Manifesto
The article presents a historical conflict between Americanism, associated with Jefferson’s Declaration, and communism, linked to Marx’s Manifesto. It frames this as a 'life-and-death struggle' where Americanism aligns with human nature while communism opposes it.
- Trump uses Mount Rushmore speech to allege ‘mortal threat’ from communism
President Donald Trump delivered a speech at Mount Rushmore National Memorial, alleging a 'resurgence of the communist menace' in the U.S. and warning that communism poses a 'mortal threat' to American liberty. He referenced recent electoral successes of Democratic socialist candidates, including Zohran Mamdani and Darializa Avila Chevalier, and emphasized Republican strategies to pass the SAVE America Act and eliminate the filibuster to secure election victories.
- Trump and other Republicans slam communism threat in U.S.
President Trump and other Republicans are addressing the perceived threat of communism in the U.S. ahead of the 2026 elections. Political strategists Hyma Moore and Harrison Fields are discussing the issue with CBS News.
- Trump uses semiquincentennial to bash communism
President Donald Trump's speeches during the semiquincentennial celebrations criticized communism as a 'cancer,' referencing events at the National Mall and Mount Rushmore. He highlighted veterans and linked his message to countering democratic socialists' recent primary wins in New York and Colorado, as midterms approach and amid growing voter concerns over economic and Iran issues.
- Trump uses Mount Rushmore speech to allege ‘mortal threat’ from communism
President Donald Trump delivered a speech at Mount RushMore National Memorial, alleging a 'mortal threat' from communism and comparing it to historical events like 9/11. He criticized electoral successes by Democratic socialist candidates without directly linking them to communism and emphasized Republican chances in the 2026 midterms, advocating for the SAVE America Act and ending the filibuster.
- Mike Johnson on democratic socialist candidates: ‘There are many Mamdani’s popping up’
Speaker Mike Johnson referred to Zohran Mamdani as 'many Mamdanis popping up' while discussing democratic socialists winning Democratic state primaries. He echoed Trump's claim that 'communism' poses a threat to the country.
- Trump Claims Military Success Against Iran, Condemns Communism in July 4 Speech
During his July 4 address, US President Donald Trump claimed the US has 'destroyed' the armed forces of Iran and Venezuela. The statements followed recent assertions by US Vice President JD Vance that Iran's nuclear program is 'functionally destroyed' amid a 60-day ceasefire memorandum. Trump also criticized communism after democratic socialist candidates' primary victories.
- Expert who fled Cuba warns of ‘vicious cycle’ that will lead to ‘communists in double digits’ in Congress
A national security expert who fled Cuba warns that a 'vicious cycle' in American politics could lead to 'communists in double digits' in Congress. He attributes the rise of socialist candidates to factors like White guilt and affordability crises, citing recent socialist victories in New York, Seattle, and Colorado.
- Trump touts American "golden age", attacks communism in July 4th speech
President Trump delivered a July 4th speech delayed by a two-hour evacuation of the National Mall due to severe weather. He highlighted an American 'golden age' and criticized communism, blending politics with historical references.
- Trump hails US as ‘light and the glory’ of the world on 4th of July, condemns ‘cancer’ of communism
President Trump praised the US as 'light and the glory' of the world during a 4th of July speech to a crowd of over 150,000 on the National Mall, which was evacuated due to a thunderstorm. He condemned communism as a 'cancer'.
- Trump's God, guns and anticommunist Fourth of July
President Trump delivered a Fourth of July speech emphasizing American military strength, religious identity, and opposition to communism. He promoted the SAVE America Act voter ID bill and highlighted military achievements and innovation.
- Trump mixes patriotism with partisanship as he celebrates America's 'joyous' 250th anniversary
President Donald Trump celebrated America's 250th anniversary with a speech blending patriotism and partisan appeals, honoring veterans and promoting the SAVE America Act. The event, held after National Mall evacuations due to storms, featured performances by Trump-aligned musicians and highlighted his support for the Second Amendment and anti-communism.
- Trump set to deliver 'historic' speech celebrating America's 250th anniversary
President Donald Trump is set to deliver a 'historic' speech at the Salute to America celebration on the National Mall, marking America's 250th anniversary. The event includes a fireworks display and air shows, though weather may affect timing. Trump will highlight American history and heroes, and address recent vandalism at the Reflecting Pool.
- Trump set to deliver 'historic' speech celebrating America's 250th anniversary
President Donald Trump is scheduled to deliver a 'historic' speech at the National Mall to celebrate America's 250th anniversary, followed by a fireworks display. The event includes a patriotic address highlighting American history and heroes, praise for air show pilots, and criticism of vandals at the Reflecting Pool. A severe thunderstorm may affect timing, and updates will be provided by Freedom 250.
- Rep. Mike Lawler predicts midterms will be decided by voters rejecting far-left ‘politics of envy’
Rep. Mike Lawler predicts the midterms will be decided by voters rejecting the far-left 'politics of envy'. He echoed Trump's warnings about communism as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary.
- In Mount Rushmore speech, Trump veers from U.S. exceptionalism to warnings about communism
President Trump delivered a politically charged speech at Mount Rushmore marking the U.S. 250th anniversary, departing from the unifying tone of past Independence Day addresses by emphasizing warnings about communism.
- Trump uses Mount Rushmore speech to allege ‘mortal threat’ from communism
President Donald Trump delivered a speech at Mount Rushmore National Memorial on July 3, 2026, alleging that communism poses a 'mortal threat' to American liberty. He referenced recent electoral successes of Democratic socialist candidates and linked the issue to Republican strategies for the November midterms, including passing the SAVE America Act. U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune attended the event but emphasized the unlikelihood of eliminating the filibuster or gaining Democratic support for the legislation.
- Mike Lawler predicts voters will soundly reject radical socialist 'politics of envy' in midterms
Rep. Mike Lawler predicted voters will reject far-left candidates in the midterms, citing a rising 'politics of envy.' He aligned with President Trump's warnings about communism and socialist candidates' primary victories, emphasizing American values ahead of the 250th anniversary of independence.
- Trump uses Mount Rushmore speech to allege ‘mortal threat’ from communism
President Donald Trump delivered a speech at Mount Rushmore National Memorial, alleging a 'resurgence of the communist menace' and comparing it to major historical threats. He criticized Democratic socialist electoral successes and emphasized Republican strategies for the 2026 midterms, including passing the SAVE America Act. The speech occurred during 250th Independence Day celebrations.
- Trump kicks off America 250 celebrations with speech warning of communism
President Donald Trump opened the America 250 celebrations with a speech at Mount Rushmore warning that communism poses a greater threat to the U.S. than World War events or 9/11, evoking the Red Scare of the 1950s. The speech contrasted with a Democratic socialist mayor's address in New York City highlighting national contradictions, while extreme heat disrupted Independence Day events across the eastern U.S.
- Trump visits Mount Rushmore on 250th July 4th to declare communism a ‘mortal threat to American liberty’
President Donald Trump delivered a speech at Mount Rushmore on the 250th anniversary of American independence, declaring communism a 'mortal threat to American liberty' and comparing it to major historical threats like 9/11. The speech, which diverged from traditional Independence Day rhetoric, referenced the Red Scare era, while heat waves disrupted events in parts of the U.S.
- Trump speech at Mount Rushmore: Making it clear 'who's in and who's out', expert says
President Donald Trump delivered a speech at Mount Rushmore marking the 250th anniversary of American independence, blending rhetoric on American exceptionalism with warnings about communism. Ian Reifowitz, a SUNY-Empire State University history professor, stated Trump aimed to boost his popularity and power by politicizing the event.
- Trump launches America’s 250th birthday weekend with attack on communism – video
Donald Trump launched America’s 250th birthday weekend with an attack on communism during a speech at Mount Rushmore in South Dakota. The event marked the latest stop in his tour celebrating the 250th anniversary of the US declaration of independence from Britain.
- Trump praises army, rails against communism in US 250th anniversary speech
Trump praised the army and criticized communism in a speech at Mount Rushmore. He linked his anti-communist rhetoric to immigration issues ahead of the November midterms.
- Ushering in America 250, Trump hails US exceptionalism before evoking Red Scare
Trump hailed US exceptionalism at Mount Rushmore during the America 250 celebrations, claiming the 'mortal threat' of communism surpasses world wars and 9/11. His remarks included a veered political speech, while extreme heat disrupted some events.
- Trump warns of "communist menace" in July 4th speech
The president delivered a speech at Mount Rushmore marking the 250th anniversary of July 4th, during which he warned of a resurgence in communism.
- Trump hails American exceptionalism before railing at communism in US 250th celebration
President Donald Trump celebrated the 250th anniversary of US independence with a speech emphasizing American exceptionalism and warning against communism. The speech referenced the Red Scare of the 1950s, a period marked by persecution of alleged communists.
- Trump calls communism a ‘mortal threat’ at US 250th birthday event
Trump labeled communism a 'mortal threat' during a US 250th birthday event. The statement was made at an event celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States.
- Trump hails America as 'most exceptional nation ever to exist' in Mount Rushmore speech
President Donald Trump delivered a patriotic speech at Mount Rushmore, declaring the United States the 'most exceptional nation ever to exist' and vowing it would 'never be a Communist country.' He highlighted American exceptionalism, the nation's 250th anniversary, and warned against a 'growing communist movement' threatening its values.
- Trump hails America as 'most exceptional nation ever to exist' in Mount Rushmore speech
President Donald Trump delivered a patriotic speech at Mount Rushmore, declaring the United States the 'most exceptional nation ever to exist' and warning against communism. He highlighted the nation's 250th anniversary, praised its history, and emphasized American exceptionalism.
- At Mount Rushmore, Trump Veers From Patriotism to ‘Communism’
President Trump was present at Mount Rushmore, with the article suggesting he shifted from patriotism to communism.
- Trump focuses America's 250th anniversary speech on Communism and unity
President Trump delivered a speech at Mount Rushmore for America's 250th anniversary, emphasizing the country's history, unity, and labeling Communism as 'the enemy.' The speech was reported on by NBC News' Julie Tsirkin.
- Trump rails against ‘mortal threat’ of communism during America 250 Mount Rushmore speech
Trump addressed a crowd at the America 250 Mount Rushmore event, stating that communism poses a 'mortal threat' to American liberty and describing it as the greatest threat to the country.
- Trump at Mount Rushmore warns of Communist ‘enemy’ in ‘optimistic’ speech celebrating America’s birthday
President Trump delivered a speech at Mount Rushmore on Independence Day, warning of a Communist 'enemy' and issuing a 'fierce rebuke' of communism during a commemoration of America’s 250th birthday. His remarks, described as partisan, included a 'thinly-veiled dark threat' against unspecified adversaries.
- FACT FOCUS: Experts say Trump’s claims linking Democrats to communism are inaccurate
President Donald Trump has claimed Democrats are 'hardcore, godless Communists' if they win upcoming elections, but experts argue these claims are inaccurate. No U.S. Communist Party candidate has ever been elected to office, and while some Democratic factions support socialist ideas, they do not advocate communist principles like abolishing private property. Trump's rhetoric echoes past strategies to label opponents as communists.
- The Latest: Ex-CIA Director seeks court order requiring records from investigations be preserved
Former CIA Director John Brennan sued the Trump administration to preserve records from investigations he claims target him for 'phantom criminal conduct.' Meanwhile, Trump visited North Dakota's Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library and Republicans intensified attacks on Democrats as communists ahead of midterms. The Trump administration is also advancing a $46 billion 'smart wall' project at the US-Mexico border.
- BISHOP ROBERT BARRON: The real reason communists fear religion and want believers silenced
Bishop Robert Barron argues that communists seek to suppress religion because it numbs people's awareness of economic exploitation and provides moral limits that challenge communist totalizing systems. He references Karl Marx's view of religion as 'opium of the masses' and Ludwig Feuerbach's theory of God as a human projection.
- Trump says record boats leaving Hormuz, calls communism ‘biggest threat’
US President Donald Trump discussed record boats leaving Hormuz and labeled communism as the biggest threat. He arrived in North Dakota aboard a train for the Roosevelt Presidential Library dedication.
- Pritzker: Trump ‘suffering from dementia’
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) accused President Trump of 'suffering from dementia' during a CNN appearance. Pritzker addressed Trump's claims, including the assertion that communism is a greater threat than both world wars, the attack on Pearl Harbor, and the Sept. 11 attacks.
- Best of the Babylon Bee: Cubans living in NYC begin boarding rafts to escape communism again
The article highlights a satirical story from The Babylon Bee about Cubans in New York City beginning to board rafts to escape communism again. The Post curates such stories to provide a humorous take on current events.