This weekend marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, but Donald Trump is making the celebration all about himself. As the anniversary approaches, Jonathan Freedland talks to The Atlantic’s Yoni Appelbaum about why so many Americans are feeling less patriotic these days Archive: AP, Reuters Continue reading...
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FRI · 2026-07-03 · 04:00 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0703-89617
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Trump hijacks America at 250 celebrations – podcast
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence this weekend, Donald Trump is reportedly making the celebration about himself. In a podcast discussion, Jonathan Freedland spoke with Yoni Appelbaum of The Atlantic about the reasons behind a perceived decline in American patriotism.
Presented by Jonathan Freedland, with Yoni Appelbaum, produced by Danielle Stephens, Aisha Riaz, and Nada Smiljanic; the executive producer is Maz EbtehajThe Guardian - World NewsFiled 2026-07-03 · 04:00 GMTLean · Center-LeftRead · 1 min
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As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence this weekend, Donald Trump is reportedly making the celebration about himself. In a podcast discussion, Jonathan Freedland spoke with Yoni Appelbaum of The Atlantic about the reasons behind a perceived decline in American patriotism. The article states that Trump's actions are overshadowing the national anniversary. The discussion explores the sentiment of decreased patriotism among Americans as the significant milestone nears.
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The article discusses the upcoming 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
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Donald Trump is making the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence celebration all about himself.
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Many Americans are feeling less patriotic as the anniversary approaches.
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