President Trump kicks off yearlong America250 celebration in Iowa

President Donald Trump was in Des Moines on Thursday, July 3, for a speech at the Iowa State Fairgrounds.

Officials with America250, the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission, say it's the kickoff of a yearlong celebration ahead of the United States' 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026. Thursday's event will offer "patriotism, excitement, inspiration, and a glimpse into the grand festivities planned for America's 250th anniversary," according to a news release.

"This special event serves as the magnificent start of a dynamic, year-long commemoration across our beautiful country, unveiling a vision for a renewed commitment to America's future," said Ambassador Monica Crowley, Principal Media Representative for America250.

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Trump is expected to tout the major piece of his agenda when he takes the stage Thursday at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines, according to the White House. This comes just hours after the House pushed it through in a tight roll call of 218-214.

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CBS affiliate KCCI and the Associated Press contributed to this report.