Trump praises US military as it marks 250 years of independence

One frequent target was his common anti-communist refrain that has used after progressive wins in recent elections.

U.S. President Donald Trump praised America's military strength and national identity while warning against what he described as the threat of communism during his Independence Day address at the America 250 celebration late Saturday.

The astronomer Carl Sagan once described the earth as a very small stage in a vast cosmic arena.

Trump also leant into partisan territory unusual for an Independence Day address, which presidents typically use as a moment to unify the country.