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Trump Makes Stunning Confession in Truth Social Rampage
The Daily Beast • • nation
Key Points:
- Former President Donald Trump admitted on Truth Social that he personally overturned expert advice to cancel the July 4 "Salute to America" event despite severe weather warnings and safety concerns.
- The event, marking the nation's 250th birthday, faced extreme weather including storms and lightning, which led to the evacuation of thousands from the National Mall before Trump’s speech.
- Trump claimed that although the event was initially canceled, at least 150,000 people returned after he ordered the festivities to continue, resulting in a delayed speech and fireworks display past midnight.
- A senior White House official confirmed that all involved parties had recommended canceling the event, but Trump insisted on proceeding even if it meant speaking late into the night.
- The event's designation as a National Special Security Event and the chaotic weather conditions led to logistical challenges and safety concerns for attendees and organizers.
