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RandySF

(88,142 posts)
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 07:17 PM Wednesday

Trump vows to give long July 4 address even if it is 107 degrees

President Trump on Wednesday vowed that he will deliver a long speech on the National Mall for the U.S.’s 250th birthday, even as forecasters anticipate temperatures climbing to 107 degrees.

“By the way, on July 4th, it’s going to be approximately 107 degrees out, and I’m going to go, and I’m going to make a really long speech just to show that I can do anything,” Trump said during his appearance at the opening ceremony for the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora, N.D.

Saturday’s “Salute to America 250 Celebration & Fireworks” event on the National Mall is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m., with Trump slated to speak at 9:45 p.m. EDT. Freedom 250, the Trump administration’s organization behind the scenes operating the Great American State Fair along the National Mall, will also orchestrate the Salute to America event.

The president previously billed the event on the National Mall as “the most spectacular TRUMP RALLY of them all.”



https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5950451-july-4th-trump-rally-heat/

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Trump vows to give long July 4 address even if it is 107 degrees (Original Post) RandySF Wednesday OP
FINGERS CROSSED HAB911 Wednesday #1
yes indeed. i hope that speech he plans to give is one of the longest ones he's ever made. that would be great! nt orleans Wednesday #79
In Jesus' name we pray dflprincess Wednesday #84
Bless their hearts. Dave Bowman Wednesday #95
Shame on you with that devil's face there. murielm99 14 hrs ago #118
Dropping dead. What a wonderful birthday gift to America!! AZ8theist Wednesday #91
I don't pray for anyting but safe take-offs and landings cuz 31j20b3 14 hrs ago #120
I hope so... 2naSalit Wednesday #2
He feels the need to show he can do it? underpants Wednesday #3
Except he can't get anyone to perform PatSeg Wednesday #86
Croak please, dunce... wcmagumba Wednesday #4
This motherfucker is a 12 year old. Stacey Grove Wednesday #5
He's a two year old, that's when his emotional development stopped. diane in sf Wednesday #105
Yes, but... Calico20 6 hrs ago #135
He will have AC installed on the stage and cold water to drink, wnylib Wednesday #6
I hope all 20 attendees rush the stage to cool off and get a drink. Talitha Wednesday #107
Oh, so you think you can do ANYTHING? CaliforniaPeggy Wednesday #7
80 yr old man with multiple medical issues giving a "long speech" on a 107 degree humid day. irisblue Wednesday #8
hope Walter Reed has communications issues dave99 Wednesday #109
Maybe someone could let him know that Fidel Castro gave hours-long speeches Vogon_Glory 18 hrs ago #112
Gosh that's so dangerous! LuvLoogie Wednesday #9
Is this how it is going to happen? Aristus Wednesday #17
"Speech" of LIES. Melt MF nt Cha Wednesday #10
Just his usual grievances Cha. So inspiring livetohike Wednesday #16
That would be the ultimate Karma! Pass Cha Wednesday #40
How about... GopherGal Wednesday #11
Now how awesome would that be, he dies giving his gawd damn speech!!!!!! a kennedy Wednesday #12
The guy who wouldn't honor the graves of veterans because it was raining? Aristus Wednesday #13
Possible heat stroke? Emile Wednesday #14
Seems likely to me vapor2 Wednesday #104
Get him God. Get him lame54 Wednesday #15
If Donald John wants to defy the weather like President William Henry Harrison did in 1841 Vogon_Glory Wednesday #18
Came here to make the same Harrison reference. Music Man Wednesday #111
C'mon, heat stroke! buzzycrumbhunger Wednesday #19
I hear cankles can explode in excessive heat. OGBuzz Wednesday #61
TACO RockRaven Wednesday #20
My exact thoughts RR popsdenver Wednesday #57
he's 80 yrs old, it'll still be hot/humid out, and a nice long speech should wear him down nt orleans Wednesday #85
🙏🏻 bamagal62 Wednesday #21
Drink lots of diet coke all day and eat many salty foods mcar Wednesday #22
Could be fun to watch PJMcK Wednesday #23
Go for it, k. Give us something to REALLY celebrate this holiday. niyad Wednesday #24
Talk about karmic. yellow dahlia Wednesday #98
Yay!!! With any luck he'll finally give us... SeattleVet Wednesday #25
There is a precedent of US Presidents dying on July 4. TomSlick Wednesday #26
I'd bet on jumbotrons showing pre-recorded Trump Y-M-C-A dancing struggle4progress Wednesday #29
Trump said TomSlick Wednesday #34
He ain't known for bein consistent, and he generally ain't been called on it so much struggle4progress Wednesday #44
Good point. TomSlick Wednesday #47
I think you are correct. The Madcap Wednesday #93
And don't forget those cankles. OGBuzz Wednesday #62
This is his chance to prove his popularity! All of America is breathlessly eager for a two hour Trump speech! struggle4progress Wednesday #27
A two-hour speech? calimary Wednesday #88
Will they be busing in thousands of military? Norrrm Wednesday #28
451F IA8IT Wednesday #30
Except this bunch just bans, not burns! niyad Wednesday #68
Please proceed. (nt) Pinback Wednesday #31
Good. nt Susan Calvin Wednesday #32
Well, it COULD turn out to be the greatest 4th of July celebration of all time.... Escape Wednesday #33
I triple dog dare him. mercuryblues Wednesday #35
Go for it. C_U_L8R Wednesday #36
Gone On the Fourth of July Rastapopoulos Wednesday #37
Orrex, this could be the moment you have been waiting for. . . Stargleamer Wednesday #38
Dancing! yellow dahlia Wednesday #100
Collapse on the 4th but don't die until the 5th. 3catwoman3 Wednesday #39
There is ONE thing I wish he had in common with those two, and JFK. niyad Wednesday #69
Good point. yellow dahlia Wednesday #99
🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞 littlemissmartypants Wednesday #41
Fun fact: ToxMarz Wednesday #42
🙏 OGBuzz Wednesday #64
I think that's a great idea! Make sure to wear a suit and the whole shebang, Don. Vinca Wednesday #43
Oh Good! Trueblue Texan Wednesday #45
I live about 200 miles south of Medora. BHDem53 Wednesday #46
"Pride goeth before a fall." Totally Tunsie Wednesday #48
Do it! Do it! Do it! (I know he won't, but...) Grokenstein Wednesday #49
If he is outside: portable refrigeration devices in his diapers nuxvomica Wednesday #72
Maybe he will melt like wicked witch in Oz Tree Lady Wednesday #50
He deserves a proper Nazi send off Blue Owl Wednesday #56
shithole may pass out........................ Lovie777 Wednesday #51
Maybe we'll get lucky and it'll rain rpannier Wednesday #52
I'm all for it, has anyone told Trump how presidential he looks in his overcoat? dem4decades Wednesday #53
HEAT STROKE FEVER Blue Owl Wednesday #54
I'm in the "pool" for July 13th FakeNoose Wednesday #55
I'm predicting August 6th Seinan Sensei Wednesday #106
The longer the better quaker bill Wednesday #58
Go for it pal. Make it long, and wear a nice heavy coat. NNadir Wednesday #59
Come on... Dave Id Wednesday #60
I live 20 mi. north of the White House, Current temp. in DC is 90 degrees and "feels like" is 101 degrees. 50 Shades Of Blue Wednesday #63
Here's hoping he gets a sunburn when he takes a nap sakabatou Wednesday #65
Brilliant ! MW67 Wednesday #66
He won't be speaking until nearly10pm niyad Wednesday #71
Yet another reason to detest this man Cadfael Wednesday #67
I feel you. FalloutShelter Wednesday #73
Smoke, mirrors and lies. MerryBlooms Wednesday #70
As if... Innocent Smith Wednesday #74
I'm in the minority here....... lastlib Wednesday #75
Heat Stroke Don't Fail Us Now! danieljsf Wednesday #76
He actually thinks anyone wants a "really long speech"??? He's insane. May he drop deal of heat prostration. pat_k Wednesday #77
Hitler gave a two and a half hour speech in September 1939.. Permanut Wednesday #78
I'm not planning to watch him vomit praise of himself. greatauntoftriplets Wednesday #80
hope anyone who goes to that gopiscrap Wednesday #81
By all means LilElf70 Wednesday #82
At this time, let us take a moment to remember President Zachary Taylor and hope that history repeats itself dflprincess Wednesday #83
Large amounts of Diet Coke and lots of water but does he eat fruit? Otherwise, sounds pretty good Deuxcents Wednesday #90
presidents kind of have a history of dying on July 4th........ Takket Wednesday #87
He 'vows'/says lots of things NewEnglandAutumn Wednesday #89
People will leave or just won't go. Figarosmom Wednesday #92
I HOPE HE POOPS HIS PANTS AND FAINTS! RB77 Wednesday #94
Just so it's on video so we can all enjoy it dflprincess Wednesday #97
Oh, please do, and let's hope he gobbles Adderall azureblue Wednesday #96
Best idea he's ever had! FullySupportDems Wednesday #101
Go for it. ColoringFool Wednesday #102
He'll be shaded. The adoring cult will be dropping like flies Bristlecone Wednesday #103
Orrex may finally get his wish jmowreader Wednesday #108
Awesome! Iris Wednesday #110
He is doing the speech at night sabbat hunter 17 hrs ago #113
Would be much more impressive if he would give his long speech while jogging around the green reflecting pool. retread 17 hrs ago #114
LOL, I can't imagine, nor do I want to how even more gross he will look Jbraybarten 16 hrs ago #115
Need to slip a couple of salt tablets into his Diet Coke for that one ... eppur_se_muova 16 hrs ago #116
It's still disgustingly hot and humid, even at 10pm. Plus, the bugs. With the lighting all around him they'll be flying Raftergirl 15 hrs ago #117
My husband and I participated in a protest Saturday. murielm99 14 hrs ago #119
Heat index is not the temperature, president bullshitter. maxsolomon 13 hrs ago #121
Doubt he'll end up delivering it in person on the mall -- any more than the SService allegorical oracle 13 hrs ago #122
Goodness! In that case, it would be a good idea to double up on the adderall. harumph 13 hrs ago #123
Stop. Don't. Come back. 0rganism 13 hrs ago #124
Sure he will. From the Oval Office, transmitted via CCTV to his adoring worshippers, Buns_of_Fire 13 hrs ago #125
It would be lovely present for the nation's 250th birthday if Trump dropped dead in the heat. Martin68 13 hrs ago #126
Go for. It Donny. You can do it! Botany 12 hrs ago #127
9:45 pm?? moose65 12 hrs ago #128
This shows extremely bad judgment. returnee 10 hrs ago #129
Maybe the heat will do to him what the cold did the William Henry Harrison AZLD4Candidate 8 hrs ago #130
To quote Obama Quanta 7 hrs ago #131
Well, if a person looks at all the promises this fucker has broken, i'd say bluestarone 7 hrs ago #132
That's why I'm staying the Hell home. COL Mustard 6 hrs ago #133
Am I the only one who hears a rowing coxswain shouting? Maeve 6 hrs ago #134
I hope he doesn't forget the proper holiday attire DFW 5 hrs ago #136

orleans

(37,520 posts)
79. yes indeed. i hope that speech he plans to give is one of the longest ones he's ever made. that would be great! nt
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:34 PM
Wednesday

31j20b3

(164 posts)
120. I don't pray for anyting but safe take-offs and landings cuz
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 12:04 PM
14 hrs ago

I don't spend time in fox holes, but I'd pray for the 4th to a record-breaking day of heat and humidity during his speech

2naSalit

(105,031 posts)
2. I hope so...
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 07:20 PM
Wednesday

With the grand finale being him giving us the greatest gift we all want right now.

underpants

(197,930 posts)
3. He feels the need to show he can do it?
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 07:21 PM
Wednesday

Last edited Thu Jul 2, 2026, 06:55 AM - Edit history (1)

Anyone who respects the Office, sits on the side grins and lets the performers perform. Not this a hole.

PatSeg

(54,138 posts)
86. Except he can't get anyone to perform
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:43 PM
Wednesday

for his events anymore, so he's just going to step in himself, oblivious to the fact that no one, not even his supporters, want to hear him talk.

This is going to be very sad and he's going to be super pissed and humiliated. Not to mention with his health, a long speech in that kind of heat probably isn't a good idea. Oh well, who are we to stop him, right?

Seriously though, young healthy people pass out in extreme heat all the time. He is pushing his luck.

Stacey Grove

(186 posts)
5. This motherfucker is a 12 year old.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 07:25 PM
Wednesday

Scratch that, I've come across 12 year olds with more on the ball.

wnylib

(26,893 posts)
6. He will have AC installed on the stage and cold water to drink,
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 07:27 PM
Wednesday

but will not admit that to anyone.

Talitha

(8,252 posts)
107. I hope all 20 attendees rush the stage to cool off and get a drink.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 11:01 PM
Wednesday

Then push him to the side and watch him gasp like a carp.

CaliforniaPeggy

(157,305 posts)
7. Oh, so you think you can do ANYTHING?
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 07:27 PM
Wednesday

Well, c'mon. Show us.

How about doing the thing we'd love to see.

irisblue

(38,219 posts)
8. 80 yr old man with multiple medical issues giving a "long speech" on a 107 degree humid day.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 07:31 PM
Wednesday

Walter Reed will be on high alert

Vogon_Glory

(10,448 posts)
112. Maybe someone could let him know that Fidel Castro gave hours-long speeches
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 07:28 AM
18 hrs ago

in Tropical Cuba. Maybe he might want to one-up the ghost of Fidel.

Aristus

(72,770 posts)
17. Is this how it is going to happen?
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 07:38 PM
Wednesday

Have we just been failing this whole time to use reverse psychology?

livetohike

(24,518 posts)
16. Just his usual grievances Cha. So inspiring
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 07:38 PM
Wednesday
. If we’re lucky, he’ll collapse from dehydration.

Cha

(321,651 posts)
40. That would be the ultimate Karma! Pass
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 08:48 PM
Wednesday

completely OUT during one of Big Ugly LIE Fests.

Come on, Divine Intervention! ☮️💙🌻🕯️🕊️

Aloha livetohike!

GopherGal

(2,979 posts)
11. How about...
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 07:36 PM
Wednesday

doing it standing in the direct sunlight, without any beverages within reach.
And standing next to a space-heater. In his full oversized ill-tailored suit.

a kennedy

(36,810 posts)
12. Now how awesome would that be, he dies giving his gawd damn speech!!!!!!
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 07:37 PM
Wednesday

Ugh, I just can NOT stand this piece of shit. 🤬 🤬 🤬 Wait, the MAGA’s would make him a saint….ok, just let heat stroke hit him and then he’d be done as far as being POTUS.

Aristus

(72,770 posts)
13. The guy who wouldn't honor the graves of veterans because it was raining?
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 07:37 PM
Wednesday

Okay, but only if it results in his death from heat exhaustion…

Vogon_Glory

(10,448 posts)
18. If Donald John wants to defy the weather like President William Henry Harrison did in 1841
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 07:40 PM
Wednesday

I’m all for it.

As for the rest of us, wear hats, use sunscreen, drink plenty of fluids and try to stay out of direct sunlight as much as possible.

Here’s to your health!

buzzycrumbhunger

(2,436 posts)
19. C'mon, heat stroke!
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 07:43 PM
Wednesday

… and a major heart attack—and maybe stroke—to help it along before the EMTs can arrive.

popsdenver

(2,849 posts)
57. My exact thoughts RR
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:05 PM
Wednesday

That's probably why he picked that time........How about at noon PoopyPants????? The air conditioning they have on stage will drive everyone away, when it blows his odorous butt odor around.........

orleans

(37,520 posts)
85. he's 80 yrs old, it'll still be hot/humid out, and a nice long speech should wear him down nt
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:41 PM
Wednesday

SeattleVet

(5,970 posts)
25. Yay!!! With any luck he'll finally give us...
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 08:30 PM
Wednesday

Something to celebrate 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

Come on, heatstroke!

TomSlick

(13,142 posts)
26. There is a precedent of US Presidents dying on July 4.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 08:31 PM
Wednesday

Thomas Jefferson and John Adams died on July 4, 1826, and James Monroe died on July 4, 1831.

Trump is a old fat guy with circulatory issues. Even if they attempt AC blowers, it's going to be stinking hot and humid.

I'm clinging to hope.

TomSlick

(13,142 posts)
34. Trump said
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 08:38 PM
Wednesday

“By the way, on July 4th, it’s going to be approximately 107 degrees out, and I’m going to go, and I’m going to make a really long speech just to show that I can do anything."

At this point, not appearing in person would be an admission of mortality.

The Madcap

(2,192 posts)
93. I think you are correct.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:57 PM
Wednesday

It will be pre-recorded and shown on the jumbotron. There is no way he will stand out in that heat.

struggle4progress

(127,283 posts)
27. This is his chance to prove his popularity! All of America is breathlessly eager for a two hour Trump speech!
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 08:32 PM
Wednesday

He can have ICE agents deport people who try to leave early.

And since the House isn't in session, GOP representatives should pack the grassy mall, just so the crowd doesn't look too thin. They can cheer his every word! I love inflation! Yay! Buy my crypto-currency! Yay! Elon Musk is a trillionaire and now can give unlimited money to elections Yay!

calimary

(91,564 posts)
88. A two-hour speech?
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:48 PM
Wednesday

That’s when I’ll be sure to go out for a nice extended exercise walk, up & down some of our local hills. And then maybe come back to have some nice sweetened ice tea, and a little extra chocolate. And maybe something festive on TV, and NOTHING, in any way, that involves OR celebrates the Donald.

Escape

(556 posts)
33. Well, it COULD turn out to be the greatest 4th of July celebration of all time....
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 08:38 PM
Wednesday

totally up to the Grim Reaper..

C_U_L8R

(49,658 posts)
36. Go for it.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 08:40 PM
Wednesday

Have a few burgers and bucket of fries too.
Let’s see how much heat that ticker can take. .

Stargleamer

(2,844 posts)
38. Orrex, this could be the moment you have been waiting for. . .
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 08:42 PM
Wednesday

JD Vance will be a horrible president, but at least there will be Dancing in the Street.

3catwoman3

(30,274 posts)
39. Collapse on the 4th but don't die until the 5th.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 08:46 PM
Wednesday

We don't want him to have anything in common with Thomas Jefferson and John Adams.

ToxMarz

(3,203 posts)
42. Fun fact:
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 08:49 PM
Wednesday

To date, a total of THREE presidents have died on July 4 ...
... Jefferson, Adams, and Monroe. Crazy huh?
🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞

Vinca

(54,582 posts)
43. I think that's a great idea! Make sure to wear a suit and the whole shebang, Don.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 08:51 PM
Wednesday

Probably shouldn't have any water on the stage, can't let that red tie get wet. No fans, either. Too distracting. Have to keep the 5 people in attendance from leaving.

Trueblue Texan

(4,725 posts)
45. Oh Good!
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 08:53 PM
Wednesday

That's one promise I hope he keeps! It'll give him a bit of insight as to the temperature of hell, which we all hope he'll be on the way to soon, especially if his 80 year old ass goes galavanting around in 107 degree heat! Go for it, dude! Your base awaits as do the fires of hell!

BHDem53

(1,181 posts)
46. I live about 200 miles south of Medora.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 08:53 PM
Wednesday

Definitely a strong stench wafting in from the north. 💩🤮

Totally Tunsie

(12,246 posts)
48. "Pride goeth before a fall."
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 08:57 PM
Wednesday

However, chump isn't expected to begin speaking until 9:45 p.m. and the temperature at that time is forecast to be 88 degrees or so. Let's hope for miserably humid!

Grokenstein

(6,468 posts)
49. Do it! Do it! Do it! (I know he won't, but...)
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 08:58 PM
Wednesday

He'll be indoors or have a nice A/C-equipped bulletproof box "for his safety." But he'll still be babbling and farting at a dwindling audience, and apparently his minions/handlers can't even PAY jerks to show up anymore.

nuxvomica

(14,393 posts)
72. If he is outside: portable refrigeration devices in his diapers
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:21 PM
Wednesday

It sounds like he feels the need to solidify his godlike status to cult members so he'll manage it though cheating. People around him may notice the occasional cool yet rancid-smelling breeze.

FakeNoose

(43,171 posts)
55. I'm in the "pool" for July 13th
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:04 PM
Wednesday

Lastlib has a Chump "death pool" and DUers are predicting what date we think Chump will kick the bucket.

The date I predicted is July 13th ... but if it happens on July 4th and if he croaks in front of TV cameras because of the 100+ temperatures ... so be it. It means I won't win the pool, but I'd still consider it a "win" in every other sense.

Got my fingers crossed .....

quaker bill

(8,272 posts)
58. The longer the better
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:05 PM
Wednesday

Not that I will watch a single word. We need him on full display as much as possible on every occasion he can make up between now and November. Hopefully he will rant about election fraud and the great replacement theory behind his failed birthright citizsnship EO.

50 Shades Of Blue

(11,540 posts)
63. I live 20 mi. north of the White House, Current temp. in DC is 90 degrees and "feels like" is 101 degrees.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:12 PM
Wednesday

Supposed to be even hotter on Saturday.

So yeah, you do that, Trump. Wear your warmest suit.

MW67

(230 posts)
66. Brilliant !
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:13 PM
Wednesday

This is absolutely one of his best ideas ever ! Should be a huge crowd for this one, standing in the direct sun of a humid 107 degrees day

Cadfael

(1,388 posts)
67. Yet another reason to detest this man
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:13 PM
Wednesday

He makes me harm my karma by rooting for heat stroke

FalloutShelter

(14,761 posts)
73. I feel you.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:24 PM
Wednesday

He is really bad for my practice too.
And it is not just him… but the anger he engender. It is an outrage every single day.

MerryBlooms

(12,596 posts)
70. Smoke, mirrors and lies.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:18 PM
Wednesday

Anus mouth, melting orange makeup, comb over flapping in th wind... Gibberish for an hour... Who wouldn't spend money to see that spectacle?
Not even free on the YouTube, Dolt Donny. Dismissed 🫡

lastlib

(28,883 posts)
75. I'm in the minority here.......
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:24 PM
Wednesday

I don't want him to croak on the Fourth of July, and besmirch our national birthday (particularly this one) with his putrid rotting corpse. His stupid cult would turn him into a martyr on the basis that he took the dirt nap on the same day as Jefferson, Adams, and Monroe. No thanks. NO EFFIN' WAY I want him in ANY comparison to those men. He belongs down with the likes of Buchanan, Pierce, Fillmore, Harding and Hoover.

But if he holds off til the fifth.....I'll be the happiest celebrator in town!

pat_k

(14,575 posts)
77. He actually thinks anyone wants a "really long speech"??? He's insane. May he drop deal of heat prostration.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:33 PM
Wednesday

Permanut

(8,744 posts)
78. Hitler gave a two and a half hour speech in September 1939..
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:33 PM
Wednesday

I think Mango Mussolini can double or triple that.

greatauntoftriplets

(179,640 posts)
80. I'm not planning to watch him vomit praise of himself.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:35 PM
Wednesday

But if he collapses from the heat, I'll watch the video repeatedly.

LilElf70

(1,732 posts)
82. By all means
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:39 PM
Wednesday

Please keep spreading more lies and bullshit to please your narcissistic ways. Time is no object. I can wait for the end.

dflprincess

(29,464 posts)
83. At this time, let us take a moment to remember President Zachary Taylor and hope that history repeats itself
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:39 PM
Wednesday

"On July 4, 1850, Taylor attended Independence Day festivities and a groundbreaking ceremony at the Washington Monument on an extremely hot, humid day.

After returning to the White House overheated and exhausted, he consumed a large quantity of iced milk* and fresh cherries, followed by several glasses of ice water.

Shortly after, Taylor was struck with violent stomach cramps, diarrhea, nausea, and dehydration"

He died on July 9th.

*(no doubt raw, unpastuerized milk. Perhaps RFK, Jr could supply that).

Deuxcents

(28,353 posts)
90. Large amounts of Diet Coke and lots of water but does he eat fruit? Otherwise, sounds pretty good
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:51 PM
Wednesday

I’ll be surprised if he even shows up..rain or shine.

NewEnglandAutumn

(282 posts)
89. He 'vows'/says lots of things
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:49 PM
Wednesday

Grocery prices would come down on day 1
We have a deal with Iran
Gas prices will go down
Housing costs will go down
He will create jobs
Doge checks
Tariff checks
etc

Personally I would love to see him try to give a speech in the heat, it could answer the question 'how much of him is plastic'

Figarosmom

(14,920 posts)
92. People will leave or just won't go.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:56 PM
Wednesday

Kids will fall asleep and they aren't allowed to bring in coolers this year. People will just not bother. It's notice you can see the fireworks up in yhe sky from somewhere else. Like someace with music and drinks. And if the fireworks aren't starting till 11 or 12, that's way too late. Even in my younger years after watching the fireworks thst started as soon as it got dark I was blazed by the time we were walking back to the car to go home. The heat and humidity takes a lot out of you.

AND EHO GIVES A SHIT RATHER OR NOT HE CAN MAKE A LONG SPEECH IN HOT WEATHER? NOBODY CARES.

azureblue

(2,779 posts)
96. Oh, please do, and let's hope he gobbles Adderall
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 10:03 PM
Wednesday

He will get wired up on Adderall, and try to emulate Hitler's meth fueled speeches. He will rant and go completely insane and talk about himself... All on TV. I can't wait - I predict a massive crash and burn.
And what do frogs say?

Bristlecone

(11,264 posts)
103. He'll be shaded. The adoring cult will be dropping like flies
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 10:25 PM
Wednesday

As they stand in the sun. Someone somewhere in this admin is forgetting to add hydration stations to the event as we speak.

jmowreader

(53,572 posts)
108. Orrex may finally get his wish
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 11:31 PM
Wednesday

Trump is ancient and in bad health. If Trump goes out there in the clothes he normally wears at the temperature it'll probably be on Saturday, his microscopic heart may finally stop.

sabbat hunter

(7,122 posts)
113. He is doing the speech at night
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 08:55 AM
17 hrs ago

after the heat of the day has passed. It won't be "107" like he claims.The sun won't be beating down on him. If it is really too hot, I am sure they will have some sort of fans, or cooling mists on him to protect him. Sad.

retread

(3,952 posts)
114. Would be much more impressive if he would give his long speech while jogging around the green reflecting pool.
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 09:02 AM
17 hrs ago

eppur_se_muova

(42,928 posts)
116. Need to slip a couple of salt tablets into his Diet Coke for that one ...
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 10:14 AM
16 hrs ago

dehydration, do your stuff.

Raftergirl

(1,919 posts)
117. It's still disgustingly hot and humid, even at 10pm. Plus, the bugs. With the lighting all around him they'll be flying
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 10:22 AM
15 hrs ago

all around him.

murielm99

(33,176 posts)
119. My husband and I participated in a protest Saturday.
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 12:01 PM
14 hrs ago

It was hot, humid and nasty. We were right at the beginning of heat stroke when I got us out of there. We are staying in as much as possible until this weather stabilizes a bit.

maxsolomon

(39,479 posts)
121. Heat index is not the temperature, president bullshitter.
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 12:30 PM
13 hrs ago

It will not be 107. It will "feel like" 107 but it will probably be 93 or something.

You'd die trying to speak in a suit and tie at actual 107. I wish it were actually going to be 107.

allegorical oracle

(6,725 posts)
122. Doubt he'll end up delivering it in person on the mall -- any more than the SService
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 12:38 PM
13 hrs ago

was ever going to let him go to the Capitol with his J6 insurrectionist buddies. There have been three alleged assassination attempts on him. He'll speak from the air-conditioned WH. And nobody will be listening.

harumph

(3,559 posts)
123. Goodness! In that case, it would be a good idea to double up on the adderall.
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 12:49 PM
13 hrs ago

I would also recommend having a breath holding contest with Hegseth.

Buns_of_Fire

(19,254 posts)
125. Sure he will. From the Oval Office, transmitted via CCTV to his adoring worshippers,
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 12:56 PM
13 hrs ago

and displayed on the TrumpOTron displays. The Secret Service won't let him be there in person, as much as he wants to.

Besides, this will allow for mid-rant commercials, plugging his TrumpCrap, while he takes a refreshing nap.

Martin68

(28,336 posts)
126. It would be lovely present for the nation's 250th birthday if Trump dropped dead in the heat.
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 12:59 PM
13 hrs ago

Botany

(78,330 posts)
127. Go for. It Donny. You can do it!
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 01:25 PM
12 hrs ago

A nice long one of your yab fests of lies, self promotion, and fanciful claims. Give America and
the World what it wants and that is your end.

moose65

(3,467 posts)
128. 9:45 pm??
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 01:50 PM
12 hrs ago

I object!

Our great leader should be out there at 3 pm sharp to give his address!

returnee

(1,021 posts)
129. This shows extremely bad judgment.
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 03:16 PM
10 hrs ago

He’s endangering himself and any who comes. They should cancel it.

AZLD4Candidate

(7,101 posts)
130. Maybe the heat will do to him what the cold did the William Henry Harrison
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 05:47 PM
8 hrs ago

For the least of it, his sweat will make his orange glo run.

bluestarone

(22,599 posts)
132. Well, if a person looks at all the promises this fucker has broken, i'd say
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 07:14 PM
7 hrs ago

This address will be one of the SHORTEST on record.

COL Mustard

(8,495 posts)
133. That's why I'm staying the Hell home.
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 07:47 PM
6 hrs ago

Even if it wasn't 9 zillion degrees, this nails it for me:

The president previously billed the event on the National Mall as “the most spectacular TRUMP RALLY of them all.”

Maeve

(43,558 posts)
134. Am I the only one who hears a rowing coxswain shouting?
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 07:55 PM
6 hrs ago

You know...
"Stroke! Stroke! Stroke!"
Apropos of nothing....

DFW

(60,858 posts)
136. I hope he doesn't forget the proper holiday attire
Thu Jul 2, 2026, 08:17 PM
5 hrs ago

Big thick dark winter coat with a thick scarf for extra protection.

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