Trump, Mount Rushmore and GOP

South Dakota governor invites Donald Trump to 2026 fireworks celebration at Mount Rushmore
South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden invited President Donald Trump to celebrate the country's 250th birthday with fireworks at Mount Rushmore next year.
GOP proposal to add Trump to Mount Rushmore is part of a ridiculous pattern
The legislation to add the president to Mount Rushmore will almost certainly fail — but that doesn't mean it's irrelevant.
GOP bill would add Trump's face to Mount Rushmore
The one-page bill directs the secretary of the interior to arrange for the 'carving of the figure' of Trump on the memorial.
Gov. Rhoden, Dusty invite Trump to SD for fireworks
South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden has officially invited President Donald Trump to “come to Mount Rushmore for Independence Day in 2026 to celebrate our
Donald Trump To Be Put on Mount Rushmore Under Republican Bill
In August 2024, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi suggested that Trump's predecessor Joe Biden could be added to Mount Rushmore while citing his achievements during his time in office. The suggestion was widely mocked and criticized by MAGA figures.
Donald Trump gets invite to Mount Rushmore fireworks for America’s 250th birthday
South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden has invited President Donald Trump to attend a fireworks celebration at Mount Rushmore on July 4, 2026, for America’s 250th birthday. Rhoden called it “the biggest birthday party ever” and expressed confidence that Trump would support the event.
SD Gov. Rhoden, US Rep Johnson invite Trump to fireworks at Mount Rushmore
South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden has officially invited President Donald Trump to “come to Mount Rushmore for Independence Day in 2026 to celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday with fireworks.” Rhoden expressed excitement for the potential fireworks show,
Gov. Larry Rhoden invites President Donald Trump to fireworks at Mount Rushmore
"We are ready to throw the biggest birthday party ever for the United States of America," Gov. Larry Rhoden said in a letter to the president about 2026.
'Essential': LSS of South Dakota responds to Trump allies' allegations of money laundering
Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota is refuting accusations that it's getting illegal payments from the government.
Callers swamp Senate offices in Trump’s first weeks, only to get busy signals and full voicemail
Callers are getting busy signals and voicemail inboxes are full at many U.S. Senate offices. People are trying to reach out ...
Mt. Rushmore and a third term: GOP lawmakers rush to flatter Trump
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., filed legislation to expunge the two impeachments of Trump, an attempt to clear the ...
Senate confirms former South Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum as Interior secretary for Trump
Former South Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum will be the point person for public land management and President Trump’s “drill, baby, ...
South Dakota
The South Dakota governor on Donald Trump’s shortlist faces scrutiny for everything from her abortion stance to her new smile. A street minister, working with volunteer mechanics, has provided about 1 ...
Trump cabinet picks: Here are the latest confirmations, hearing updates and more
President Donald Trump's cabinet continued to take shape with multiple nominees being confirmed, or clearing a pivotal hurdle, this week.