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Trump says he plans long July 4 speech in 100+ degree heat ‘just to show I can do anything’
By WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 2, 2026
· 1 min read
(Gray News) - The massive heat wave expected in the nation’s capital won’t deter President Donald Trump from giving a lengthy speech on the Fourth of July.Trump said Wednesday during a speech in North Dakota that he plans to give a “really long speech” on the National Mall.“On July 4th, it’s goin...
Key takeaway “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 ...
Why this matters in The Nashville
Nashville residents, who are no strangers to sweltering summer heat, may be watching the president's plans with interest, given their own experiences with heatwaves. While the heat index in Nashville is not expected to reach the extreme levels forecast for Washington, D.C., the city's own heat-related warnings and advisories are a regular occurrence during the summer months. The president's decision to deliver a lengthy speech in such conditions may resonate with locals who have had to adapt their outdoor plans and activities to avoid the heat. As Nashvillians prepare for their own Independence Day celebrations, they may be curious to see how the president's event unfolds, and whether the heat will have any impact on the proceedings. The city's own public safety measures and heat-related precautions may also be worth reviewing in light of the extreme heat forecast for other parts of the country.
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Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
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What is this story about? (Gray News) - The massive heat wave expected in the nation’s capital won’t deter President Donald Trump from giving a lengthy speech on the Fourth of July.Trump said Wednesday during a speech in North Dakota that he plans to give a “really long speech” on the National Mall.“On July 4th, it’s goin...
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