Today in News History
On July 5, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1852, Frederick Douglass delivers his "What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?" speech in Rochester, New York. In 1860, Robert Bacon, American colonel and politician, 39th United States Secretary of State (died 1919) was born. In 1865, The United States Secret Service begins operation. In 1902, Henry Cabot Lodge Jr., American colonel and politician, 3rd United States Ambassador to the United Nations (died 1985) was born. In 1923, Mitsuye Yamada, Japanese American activist was born. In 1929, Henry Johnson, American sergeant (born 1897) passed away. In 1937, Nita Lowey, American politician (born 1937) was born. In 1950, Korean War: Task Force Smith: American and North Korean forces first clash, in the Battle of Osan. In 1967, Mustafa Al-Kadhimi, Iraqi politician, 80th Prime Minister of Iraq was born. In 1999, U.S. President Bill Clinton imposes trade and economic sanctions against the Taliban regime in Afghanistan. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Trump uses America’s 250 speech to honor military heroes and also push political agendas

President Trump concluded the semiquincentennial celebration by reflecting on the nation's history, honoring veterans and pushing his political agenda during his address at the Salute to America event. NBC News’ Ryan Nobles reports on key points from the president's speech.
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