President Trump departs Washington for the NATO summit in Turkey, saying he's making the trip for one reason: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
"I'm going because of Erdoğan," Trump told reporters, calling the Turkish leader "a friend" and "a respected leader" while signaling the two nations could strengthen defense cooperation.
The NATO summit begins Tuesday in Ankara, where Trump is expected to meet with world leaders as security and regional conflicts top the agenda.
An incredible weekend celebrating America’s 250th Birthday! 🇺🇸
As we reflect on two and a half centuries of American strength and achievement, we move forward with confidence, gratitude, and an unwavering pride in our country, our people, and the enduring American spirit.
250 years ago, a bold idea changed the course of history. Today we celebrate the people, principles, and enduring promise of the United States of America.
Happy 4th of July from the White House. 🇺🇸
This Independence Day, CIA honors the courage, resilience & ingenuity that have shaped 250 years of our Nation's history.
As we look to the future, we will proudly continue to serve as our Nation's first line of defense - forever committed to protecting our country & its people.
From the hardy pioneers on the Oregon Trail to astronauts transcending the limits of Earth itself, America has always been a frontier nation.
We are the greatest nation on Earth. That has been true for 250 years.
And with God’s grace, it will be true for the next 250 as well.
"We are the strongest and most powerful country on Earth. And by the grace of God, the United States of America is the most successful, most accomplished, most exceptional nation ever to exist in human history." - President DONALD J. TRUMP 🇺🇸
Secretario Rubio en la celebración histórica de 250 años de independencia:
“¡Feliz Día de la Independencia, y que Dios bendiga a los Estados Unidos de América!” 🇺🇸
Since 1775, the U.S. Army has defended this nation and the Stars and Stripes. For 250 years, generations of Soldiers have answered the call with courage, duty, and sacrifice. We stand ready to defend this great nation for the next 250 years and beyond. 🇺🇸
🇺🇸 Happy Birthday, America. 🇺🇸
Two hundred and fifty years ago, a bold declaration changed the course of history. The promise of liberty, self-government, and unalienable rights ignited a nation unlike any the world had ever seen.
Today, the nation celebrates its Founding Fathers and 250 years of freedom, courage, and the enduring spirit that built the greatest nation on Earth.
250 years later, the stars still shine, the flag still flies, and the American story is still being written.
@america250 #america250 #freedom250
Running strong for 251 years🏃♂️🎂 🇺🇸
In honor of the Army's 251st birthday, U.S. Army leadership led a massive formation of Soldiers, civilians, and international partners for the annual Army Birthday Run at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall on June 12.
📸 by Sgt. Megan Gaston
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! President Trump turns 80 today.
The nation's 45th and 47th president celebrates a milestone birthday as the country prepares to commemorate America's 250th anniversary.