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Washington marks America's 250th anniversary with sloppy and politicized celebrations
The White House platformed primarily Christian evangelical faith leaders for an all-day prayer festival at the National Mall on May 17, with the exception of an Orthodox rabbi and two Catholic bishops.
As the US marks its 250th birthday, it operates an empire in all but name
With the country seemingly split into irreconcilable, and increasingly violent, camps, storm clouds darken the summer commemorations.
Trump has teased lengthy remarks as part of the “Salute to America” event despite a dangerous heat wave’s potential to impact audiences.
