Bill Clinton calls out 'people in charge' in July Fourth message [View all]
Source: abc news
Presidents Obama and Bush also had messages for America's 250th birthday.
By Hannah Demissie July 4, 2026, 4:29 PM
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And while the messages celebrated the founding of America and its values, including a commitment to always trying to be better and creating a more perfect union, they also appeared to take veiled aim at President Donald Trump’s actions and his administration.
One of the most prominent critiques came from Clinton, a Democrat, who took aim at "the people in charge," referencing the current administration.
"Today, we celebrate this milestone amid another period of deep division, renewed questions about America’s future and role in the world, and serious threats to our own institutions and to our democracy itself," Clinton said in his statement released Saturday.
Clinton also called out the Trump administration’s immigration tactics and handling of the Iran war.
Clinton also said that one of the major lessons from the last 250 years is that America continues to work toward being a more perfect union.
"There is still nothing wrong with America that cannot be cured by what’s right with America. We see it in the people lining up to vote, no matter how hard some may try to prevent them," Clinton said.
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In an interview with NBC that aired Saturday, Bush, a Republican, reminded Americans that if they don't like the direction the country is going in, they can vote, adding that democracy is "self-correcting."
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