US President Donald Trump has announced he will proceed with his Independence Day speech despite warnings from the Secret Service about dangerous storms approaching Washington and evacuation orders for the area. Trump stated he would not allow weather to disrupt the celebrations.
The Secret Service had issued alerts about severe weather conditions expected to hit the capital during the planned July 4th festivities. Authorities had recommended that attendees leave the area due to the threat posed by the incoming storms.
Trump’s decision to go ahead with the event reflects his characteristic defiance of warnings and determination to maintain his scheduled public appearances. The president has historically been reluctant to let external circumstances, whether weather or security concerns, interfere with major public events.
The announcement comes as Washington prepares for Independence Day celebrations, with officials now facing the challenge of balancing security and weather safety concerns against the president’s commitment to the holiday address.
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Source: Walla News — Original article in Hebrew.

