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US plans fireworks and a long Trump speech for 250th
Filed: Jul 04, 2026 at 7:04 AM ET
Summary: Washington DC will host 850,000 fireworks and a “really long” Trump speech amid scorching temperatures.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: US celebrates its 250th anniversary with 850,000 fireworks and a “really long” Trump speech.
WHEN: Jul 04, 2026 at 2:54 AM ET
WHERE: Washington, D.C.
WHY: The US is holding scheduled celebrations for its 250th anniversary.
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