Barack Obama’s Independence Day remarks have been widely seen as a subtle jab at Donald Trump’s recently passed budget bill. The bill, signed by Trump after a close vote in Congress, is expected to increase the national debt by $3.4 trillion over ten years.
The legislation offers tax breaks Trump promised during his 2024 campaign but cuts funding for key health and food safety programs. Ahead of the vote, Obama urged citizens to oppose the bill, warning it would jeopardize healthcare for millions and hurt working families.
In his July 4 message, Obama highlighted that America belongs to all its people and stressed the power of unity and democratic principles, especially during times when these values are under threat.
Many saw his message as a quiet critique of Trump’s policies, while others thanked Obama for inspiring hope amid uncertainty.
