The Independence Day Parade set to take place Saturday morning in Washington, D.C., was canceled Friday night over concerns about extreme heat.Temperatures in the area are expected to reach as high as 102 degrees. "This decision was made after extensive and careful consideration of the safety of our participants, spectators, and staff as the top priority," said Todd Marcocci, president of Under the Sun Productions Inc., the organizer of the parade.The Great American State Fair on the National Mall was temporarily closed on Friday due to the heat. Trump said he plans to give a speech Saturday night, though some White House officials have expressed concern that it could be sparsely attended.“I do not understand why we are doing this so late,” one White House official told CNN. “I’m really not sure who thought this was a good idea.”Latest Live UpdatesHot Dog King Joey Chestnut Dominates Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest For 18th TimeThe world's greatest hot dog eater won his 18th Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest on Saturday.Joey Chestnut managed to shovel down an incredible 66 hot dogs in just 10 minutes, blowing his competition out of the water at the famous Coney Island event.In 2021, Chestnut set a record for most hot dogs eaten in 10 minutes when he managed to swallow an astounding 76 hot dogs.More Than 700,000 Without Power Across U.S. As Heatwave Bakes NationMore than 700,000 people across the United States are currently without power as a massive heatwave blankets the country on July 4th.As of Saturday afternoon, more than 745,000 people were without power, according to data from the website PowerOutage. Earlier in the day, that number had surpassed 840,000 outages, ABC News reported.In Washington, D.C., the annual Independence Day Parade was canceled as temperatures were expected to rise above 100 degrees.White Supremacist Group Patriot Front Seen Marching Through D.C.More than a hundred members of the white supremacist group Patriot Front were seen marching through Washington, D.C., on Saturday.Members of the fascist group — which has previously worked to destroy Black Lives Matters symbols across the country — were seen wearing masks and carrying American flags as they marched through Capitol Hill while chanting "reclaim America."Record-Chasing Rower Kelsey Pfendler Arrives in HawaiiKelsey Pfendler, a Grand Canyon river guide, has become the fastest person to row solo and unsupported across the Pacific from California to Hawaii, completing the journey in 43 days.According to Hawaii News Now, she rowed her boat, named Lily, into Honolulu's Hawaii Yacht Club late Friday night to a cheering crowd, completing the roughly 2,400-mile trip from Monterey after departing May 21.Her time broke the previous women's record of 86 days, held by British rower Lia Ditton, and beat the men's record of just over 52 days.Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Marry In Elaborate Madison Square Garden CeremonyNEW YORK (AP) — Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married. Swift’s publicist confirmed the marriage took place Friday evening inside Madison Square Garden at a star-packed ceremony.The couple did not have bridesmaids or groomsmen, instead opting for Swift’s brother to serve as her man of honor and Kelce’s brother Jason serving as his best man.The wedding between the superstar singer and football player took place as fans and spectators gathered outside MSG in the blistering heat, eager to be part of the occasion, even though the event was almost entirely hidden away from the public.Read more: Pope Leo XIV Calls On U.S. To ‘Support, Protect And Cherish The Lives Of All’Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S.-born pontiff, prayed for the United States on Friday as the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia awarded him the Liberty Medal.During a speech on the eve of America’s 250th anniversary, Leo brought up the “noble vision of the nation’s founders that made America a byword for freedom as the country opened its doors to successive waves of immigrants."Leo also said the U.S. is a “work in progress” that hasn’t yet fully embodied its founding vision. However, he urged present and future generations to take up that responsibility."The moral greatness of a nation is manifested, above all, in its capacity to support, protect and cherish the lives of all, especially the most vulnerable and those whose worth is questioned," Leo said.Netanyahu, Trump Speak For America’s 250 Years Of Independence, Will Meet Again SoonIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Donald Trump spoke on the phone about America’s 250 years of independence. “The Prime Minister said in their conversation that the US is a guarantor of global freedom, and Israel greatly appreciates the close ties between nations,” the statement said, according to The Jerusalem Post.The two are set to meet again in the U.S. soon. The last time they met was in February, the same month the U.S. and Israel launched attacks on Iran. Great American State Fair Temporarily Closed Amid Extreme Heat Wave In D.C.The Great American State Fair on the National Mall was abruptly shut down Friday afternoon due to extreme heat in D.C., event organizer Freedom250 announced."Due to the heat, and in coordination with public safety officials, the Great American State Fair will be temporarily closed until 5:00 p.m. today," a statement from the Freedom250 social media account read."The safety and well-being of our guests, volunteers, performers, vendors, and staff is our highest priority. Conditions are expected to improve later this afternoon, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back at 5:00 p.m. as preparations continue for this evening’s festivities."Extreme heat in the D.C. region has threatened many outdoor 250th anniversary celebration plans, as temperatures are expected to reach a high near 102 degrees, with dangerous heat index values soaring between 110 and 113 degrees, according to local weather reports.Trump Weighing Pardons for Diddy, Others Convicted Of Environmental Violations: ReportPresident Donald Trump is expected to pardon several people convicted of environmental violations, CBS News reports, among other discussions of clemency for high-profile individuals such as convicted music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs.The outlet reported the president was scheduled to have a meeting Friday afternoon around pardons and is considering issuing the pardons based on recommendations from advisers. The White House in October had denied a TMZ report that said Trump was considering commuting Combs’ 50-month sentence.Freedom 250 Official Says ‘Performers Remain Fully Focused’ Despite Dangerous Stage MishapAn official said "additional safeguards" are in place after a large object fell onto the stage and narrowly missed Freedom 250 performers on Thursday in Washington, D.C.“We’re grateful to report that everyone is safe. We take the safety of our performers, crew, volunteers, and guests extremely seriously,” a Freedom 250 official told HuffPost. “The work underway was taking place on the backside of the stage, separate from the front thrust where performers were rehearsing. Additional safeguards and senior technical oversight are now in place as preparations continue,” the official continued. “Freedom 250 and our performers remain fully focused on delivering an unforgettable celebration for the American people.”See All Updates