Washington marks America’s 250th anniversary with sloppy and politicized celebrations

Trump’s financial disclosure reveals previously unreported stock purchases made a day before he paused tariffs.

The monument will be lighted up for 18 minutes every night until Sunday in celebration of America’s 250th.

Carrie Underwood, Gary Sinise and other stars have publicly expressed their love for America over the years, using their platforms to celebrate the country's values, freedoms and those who serve it.

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is fenced off in preparations for Independence Day fireworks on July 2, 2026 in Washington, DC.