Conservatives were surprised to see Fox News say this.
As President Donald Trump prepared for a busy Independence Day weekend packed with patriotic celebrations, an unexpected debate unfolded on Fox News over one proposal that continues to generate attention among supporters: adding Trump’s face to Mount Rushmore.
During Friday’s edition of Fox & Friends, Fox News host Brian Kilmeade made it clear he is not on board with the idea, joking that America’s most famous monument has already reached its limit.
The discussion came as Trump traveled to South Dakota for a Fourth of July appearance at Mount Rushmore before returning to Washington, D.C., to headline the America 250 celebration honoring the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Trump’s Fourth Of July Schedule Draws National Attention
The Fox News panel began by previewing the president’s packed holiday schedule.
Host Ainsley Earhardt noted that Trump would spend part of Independence Day at Mount Rushmore before heading back to the nation’s capital for one of the largest patriotic celebrations in recent years.
Reporting live from the White House, correspondent Peter Doocy described the extensive preparations taking place ahead of the festivities. Crews were positioning fireworks displays, security measures were being finalized, and thousands of Americans were expected to gather on the National Mall.
Doocy also highlighted Trump’s trademark humor about the expected triple-digit temperatures.
The president joked earlier in the week that despite the intense heat, he planned to deliver a lengthy speech celebrating America’s 250 years of freedom, saying he wanted to prove he could handle whatever the weather brought.
The comments reflected Trump’s energetic approach to the holiday weekend, which has become one of the signature events of his presidency.
Republican Proposal Would Add Trump To Mount Rushmore
The conversation then turned to legislation introduced in Congress that has attracted widespread attention.
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) introduced H.R. 792, a bill directing the Secretary of the Interior to arrange for President Trump’s likeness to be carved onto Mount Rushmore National Memorial.
Supporters argue that Trump’s impact on American politics makes him deserving of recognition alongside Presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln.
However, the proposal has also sparked debate among historians, lawmakers, and monument experts.
Doocy noted that questions extend beyond politics. Experts have also pointed to engineering and geological challenges, arguing that expanding the monument could prove extremely difficult because of the existing rock formations.
Brian Kilmeade Delivers A Blunt Response
While discussing the proposal, Kilmeade quickly dismissed the idea with a humorous remark.
He joked that there simply isn’t any mountain left to carve, adding that the monument already contains the presidents it was designed to honor.
The comment drew laughter from the Fox & Friends panel and immediately became one of the morning’s most talked-about moments.
Although delivered in jest, Kilmeade’s response highlighted that even many conservatives view altering one of America’s most recognizable national landmarks as a difficult proposition.
Debate Continues As Trump Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary
The Mount Rushmore proposal remains unlikely to move forward anytime soon, but it continues to generate discussion among lawmakers and political commentators.
For supporters, the legislation reflects Trump’s lasting influence on the Republican Party and modern American politics. Critics argue that Mount Rushmore should remain unchanged as a tribute to the four presidents already honored there.
Regardless of where the proposal ultimately goes, the conversation underscored Trump’s continued ability to dominate the national political discussion—even during a holiday weekend centered on celebrating America’s history.
As millions of Americans gathered for fireworks, patriotic events, and Fourth of July celebrations, the debate over Mount Rushmore served as another reminder that nearly every issue connected to President Trump quickly becomes part of the national conversation.