Broadcasters Urged to Air Patriotic Programming for America's 250th Birthday Celebration
The chairman of the FCC is calling on broadcasters to air patriotic and pro-America programming in honor of America's upcoming 250th birthday celebration. To support this initiative, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr has launched the Pledge America Campaign. The country will commemorate 250 years of American independence on July 4, 2026. President Donald Trump has established the Salute to America 250 Task Force to plan a year-long series of festivities starting on Memorial Day, 2025, and culminating on July 4, 2026. Task Force 250 aims to engage all levels of government, private sector, nonprofits, educational institutions, and citizens in this historic celebration.
The White House is encouraging federal, state, and local governments, as well as citizens, to participate in the celebration of America's 250th birthday. Task Force 250 aims to reignite a love for American history, showcase the beauty of the country, and inspire a spirit of adventure and innovation for the next 250 years. The FCC's Pledge America Campaign is designed to support Task Force 250 by encouraging broadcasters to air patriotic and pro-America content that celebrates the nation's journey and achievements from its founding to the present day.
FCC Chairman Carr emphasized the importance of reflecting on America's founding principles and history as the country approaches its 250th anniversary. He called on broadcasters to provide programming that promotes civic education, national pride, and shared history. With civics education on the decline, broadcasters have a unique opportunity to address this issue by showcasing the inspiring story of American independence and tailoring it to the needs of their local communities. By taking the Pledge and airing relevant programming, broadcasters can fulfill their public interest obligations and contribute to the celebration of America's 250th birthday.
Broadcasters are invited to pledge their commitment to the Pledge America Campaign and showcase their programming that aligns with the initiative to their audiences. The FCC encourages broadcasters to participate in this national, non-partisan celebration by highlighting the remarkable history of American Independence and serving the interests of their local communities. As America's 250th birthday approaches, the commission looks forward to broadcasters showcasing the inspiring history of the country and fulfilling their mandate to serve the needs of their communities during this historic celebration.