An excessive heat dome is threatening Fourth of July festivities in the nation’s capital and beyond — forcing cancellations, delays and other changes to holiday schedules as millions of Americans head outdoors to celebrate the U.

The president kicked off the 250th anniversary of July 4th with a patriotic speech at Mount Rushmore where he warned of a resurgence in communism.

Follow live updates on July Fourth festivities for America’s 250th anniversary celebration, including a speech by Trump, Freedom 250 events in Washington, D.C., and more.

President Donald Trump delivers remarks from Mount Rushmore as the nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of American independence.

President Trump is kicking off Fourth of July weekend with a speech at Mount Rushmore. Here's where and when to tune in.

Jeff Sonnenfeld leads a group including Jeff Bewkes, Kay Koplovitz and Tom Glocer in congratulating media leaders for their remarkable unity.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivered a stinging rebuke of the Trump administration in a speech marking America's 250th birthday. CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports.

President Donald Trump posted on social media on Thursday about the speech he gave the day prior to kick off the Great American State Fair in Washington, DC: “Everybody stayed right until the end of my Speech because they loved hearing about a truly successful America.