Nigel Farage joins JD Vance ahead of ‘spectacular’ Donald Trump independence rally

Nigel Farage has joined JD Vance ahead of a "spectacular" independence rally led by Donald Trump later today.

The Reform UK leader and close ally of the US President shared a snap of himself alongside the Vice President before celebrations across the land kick off for the 250th anniversary of American independence.

Mr Trump will head to DC's National Mall for a major rally later today, which will involve flyovers from military aircraft and what has been billed as the "biggest fireworks display of all time".

Flyovers will take place from 5.15pm until the sun sets, and will even feature a glimpse of Mr Trump's new Qatari jet in the air.

Addressing supporters at a rally ahead of the landmark weekend, Mr Trump declared that "every king and prime minister respects us".

"Two years ago, we were laughed at, mocked, and a nation in decline," he said. "We were in very serious decline. The last administration, what they've done to us - we can never, ever forget that.

"And today, we are the hottest country anywhere in the world. Everybody respects us, like no nation.

"Remember this: We're respected like no nation in the world is respected.

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PICTURED: Donald Trump pumps fist as he travels to Mount Rushmore for landmark celebrations

Donald Trump pumped his fist at the press as he jetted off to Mount Rushmore to deliver a speech at a rally marking the 250th anniversary of American independence last night.

Donald Trump declares 'every king and prime minister respects us' as he kicks off 'America 250' celebrations

Donald Trump declared that "every king and prime minister respects us" as he kicked off the 250th anniversary of US independence at Mount Rushmore.

Standing below the iconic American monument on the eve of July 4, the President delivered a near-half-hour-long speech decrying communism, praising the States, and hailing the spirit of independence and the accomplishments of the American people.

At one stage in his address, Mr Trump turned his fire on Joe Biden - and then, the kings and prime ministers who mocked the US.

"Two years ago, we were laughed at, mocked, and a nation in decline," he said. "We were in very serious decline."

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