07/04/2026
250 years.
For two and a half centuries, this flag has flown through moments of triumph and heartbreak, hope and hardship. It has witnessed generations who dreamed, sacrificed, stumbled, and persevered. ALWAYS believing tomorrow could be better than today.
Today isn't about pretending our history is perfect. It's about honoring the people who came before us, appreciating the freedoms we've inherited, and remembering that every generation has a responsibility to leave this country a little stronger, a little kinder, and a little more united than they found it.
Whether you're celebrating with fireworks, family around a grill, quiet reflection, or simply enjoying the summer evening, I hope today reminds you of the things that bring us together: home, community, gratitude, and hope.
Here's to 250 years of the American story, and to the chapters still waiting to be written.
Happy Independence Day, and the dream of 250 more!!! 🇺🇸