Trump reads Bible as thousands pack National Mall for America 250 prayer rally
Thousands gathered at the National Mall for the 'Rededicate 250' prayer rally, celebrating America's upcoming 250th anniversary. President Trump delivered a prerecorded message, reading from the Bible and urging Americans to humble themselves. The event featured prominent political and faith leaders emphasizing the nation's identity as 'One Nation Under God.'
- ▪The rally drew thousands for worship music, speeches, and prayers.
- ▪President Trump recited a Bible verse calling on people to seek God.
- ▪Vice President JD Vance described the U.S. as 'a nation of prayer.'
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America 250 Trump reads Bible as thousands pack National Mall for America 250 prayer rally President Trump recited 2 Chronicles 7 in a prerecorded message urging Americans to 'humble themselves' By Sophia Compton Fox News Published May 17, 2026 9:30pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Trump reads Bible verse for ‘Rededicate 250’ event President Donald Trump delivers a message for the ‘Rededicate 250’ event on ‘Fox Report.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Top Trump administration officials, Republican lawmakers and prominent Christian leaders gathered on the National Mall on Sunday for a massive prayer rally celebrating America’s upcoming 250th anniversary.
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