Trump uses Mount Rushmore speech to allege ‘mortal threat’ from communism

President Trump delivered a speech at Mount Rushmore, framing communism as a "mortal threat" to American liberty on the eve of the nation's 250th birthday. He warned of a resurgence of communist influence, suggesting it poses a significant danger to the country's freedoms. This rhetoric underscores his administration's focus on ideological battles, potentially aiming to galvanize conservative support and frame the opposition in stark terms. The speech reflects a broader effort to characterize political adversaries in existential terms, shaping the national discourse around freedom and security.