6 presidential speeches that shaped American history

In the 250 years since America’s inception, there have been a handful of presidents with an outsized impact on the course of U.S. history. Their words are etched into collective memory, found everywhere from monuments to sitcoms. These six presidential speeches are some that have most reverberated through the ages, and whose impacts are still …

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July 4th live updates as celebrations across the USA mark America’s 250th birthday

6m ago Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular celebrates America 250 Many cities and towns across Massachusetts are celebrating America 250 with fireworks displays. The largest celebration in the state will be the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular on the Charles River Esplanade the night of July Fourth. Chance The Rapper, Lainey Wilson, and Trombone Shorty will join …

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This week on “Sunday Morning” (July 5)

The Emmy Award-winning “CBS News Sunday Morning” is broadcast on CBS Sundays beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET.  “Sunday Morning” also streams on the CBS News app beginning at 11:00 a.m. ET. (Download it here.) Hosted by Jane Pauley COVER STORY: The battle over Stars and StripesDavid Martin reports. For more info: ALMANAC: July 5“Sunday Morning” looks back …

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Trump warns of “communist menace” in July Fourth speech at Mount Rushmore

President Trump kicked off the 250th anniversary celebrations of July 4th with a patriotic speech at Mount Rushmore extolling American culture and warning of a resurgence of the “communist menace.” Set against the backdrop of the granite faces of four of his predecessors, Mr. Trump said Friday night that American identity was under attack from …

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National Guard troops, law enforcement providing tight security for July Fourth celebrations in Washington, D.C.

There’s heightened security around festivities in Washington, D.C., for America 250 celebrationswhich include a fireworks display that is expected to draw hundreds of thousands of people. The main events on the Fourth of July are deemed a “national special security event,” which is the highest possible designation. It’s a rare status that is usually reserved …

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CBS’ America 250 special on July 4 features Zac Brown Band, Jon Batiste, Goo Goo Dolls and more

Americans will be ringing in the nation’s 250th anniversary of independence with coast-to-coast celebrations and star-studded concerts and performances. Join CBS for “The Great American Block Party 250,” a primetime special on Saturday, July 4, hosted by “CBS Evening News” anchor Tony Dokoupil and “Entertainment Tonight” co-host Nischelle Turner. Dokoupil and Turner will host live …

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