And today, we see the results of the unity of purpose.

For together, we're beating the virus.

Together, we're breeding life into our economy.

Together, we will rescue our people from division and despair.

But together we must do it.

Over the past year, we've lived through some of our darkest days.

Now I truly believe, I give my word as a Biden.

I truly believe we're about to see our brightest future.

President Biden leads the nation in a 4th of July celebration, touting it as a day where we are nearing independence

from the deadly pandemic. But as the Delta variant spreads across the country is vaccine

hesitancy creating two Americas. Plus, the latest from Florida, as the part of the

surfside condo that was left standing after the collapse has been demolished ahead of a tropical storm, what it means for the families who are still looking for answers.

And former President Trump appears to acknowledge some of the tax schemes alleged by New York prosecutors in the case against the Trump organization.

Good morning and welcome to Morning Joe. It is Monday, July 5th. We hope everybody had a great 4th of July.

And we'll start with President Biden marking the holiday with a celebration on the south lawn of the White

House. It was part of what he called the Summer of Freedom, giving new meaning to the Independence Day

holiday as he spoke about the nation's progress against COVID-19.

This year, the 4th of July is a day of special celebration.

For we are emerging from the darkness of years, a year of pandemic and isolation, a year

of pain, fear, and heartbreaking loss. Just think back to where this nation was a year ago.

Think back to where you were a year ago. And think about how far we've come.

From silent streets to crowded parade routes lined with people waving American flags.

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