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Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
Summary by Alamo Heights News Editorial Desk Steven Sloan, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further details about the event, including Trump's speech, are available from KSAT 12. President Donald Trump commemorated the 250th anniversary of American independence in Washington.
President Donald Trump commemorated the 250th anniversary of American independence in Washington. He declared the moment one of the most significant milestones in American history.
Trump honored veterans, including those from World War II and a Black officer who led a Special Forces team in Vietnam. Flags symbolizing important moments in American history were displayed.
Further details about the event, including Trump's speech, are available from KSAT 12. The commemoration was briefly interrupted by storms that prompted an evacuation of the National Mall.
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Category: safety Published: July 4, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News Reading time: 1 min
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