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Americans celebrate 250 years of Independence Day across the US
Published 4 July 2026 · us
Communities across the United States are marking the country’s 250th Independence Day with celebrations ranging from concerts and parades to military flyovers and fireworks. Millions
Communities across the United States are marking the country’s 250th Independence Day with celebrations ranging from concerts and parades to military flyovers and fireworks. Millions are expected to gather on Washington’s Mall, where President Donald Trump is due to deliver a speech as part of the America250 commemorations.
While extreme heat led to the cancellation of some events, celebrations continued in cities and towns across the country. Al Jazeera’s Kimberly Halkett reports from
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Published: July 5, 2026 • 4:28 AM IST · Updated: July 5, 2026 • 5:08 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Communities across the United States are marking the country’s 250th Independence Day with celebrations ranging from concerts and parades to military flyovers and fireworks.
Millions are expected to gather on Washington’s Mall, where President Donald Trump is due to deliver a speech as part of the America250 commemorations.
While extreme heat led to the cancellation of some events, celebrations continued in cities and towns across the country.
Al Jazeera’s Kimberly Halkett reports from Washington.
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