US celebrates its 250th birthday with events, fireworks
The United States celebrated its 250th anniversary of independence with events and fireworks on Saturday. President Donald Trump addressed crowds at the National Mall before a large fireworks display, while other festivities occurred in cities like Chicago and New York. The milestone comes as the country grapples with political polarization and extreme heat conditions across many states.
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Published 04 Jul 2026, 17:22 UTC · Updated 04 Jul 2026, 17:30 UTC
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