Trump celebrates nation's '250-year triumph' at Great American State Fair

President Donald Trump kicked off the Great American State Fair on the National Mall on Wednesday night with a sweeping speech celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary while reprising many of the central themes of his presidency.

Trump celebrates nation's '250-year triumph' at Great American State Fair

TL;DR

  • President Donald Trump launched the Great American State Fair on the National Mall.
  • The speech coincided with the nation's upcoming 250th anniversary.
  • Trump celebrated American founding ideals and his administration's accomplishments.
  • The event previewed patriotic celebrations for the nation's birthday.
  • He expressed pride in America's past and set ambitious expectations for its future.