Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJuly 4: Key moments as Trump rants about communism in delayed America 250 speechAmerica celebrated its 250th birthday with events nationwide, though many were impacted by a sweltering heatwave and severe thunderstorms, especially on the East Coast. In New York City, a fire broke out on the Brooklyn Bridge after the Macy's fireworks display, and in Washington D.C., President Donald Trump's address was delayed due to inclement weather. Despite disruptions, Americans celebrated with traditional events, including the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest, where Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo won. The holiday unfolded against a backdrop of deep political divisions, with President Trump speaking at Mount Rushmore about communism as a "mortal threat to American liberty." Other political figures, including New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Bill Clinton, and Vice President JD Vance, also offered reflections on the nation's future and challenges. In fullAmerica marks its 250th birthday with heat, hot dogs, fireworks – and the Brooklyn Bridge catching on fireMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
Brooklyn Bridge catches fire during Fourth of July fireworks show
Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJuly 4: Key moments as Trump rants about communism in delayed America 250 speechAmerica celebrated its 250th birthday with events nationwide, though many were impacted by a sweltering heatwave and severe thunderstorms, especially on the East Coast. In New York City, a fire broke out on the Brooklyn Bridge after the Macy's fireworks display, and in Washington D.C., President Donald Trump's address was delayed due to inclement weather. Despite disruptions, Americans celebrated with traditional events, including the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest, where Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo won. The holiday unfolded against a backdrop of deep political divisions, with President Trump speaking at Mount Rushmore about communism as a "mortal threat to American liberty." Other political figures, including New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Bill Clinton, and Vice President JD Vance, also offered reflections on the nation's future and challenges. In fullAmerica marks its 250th birthday with heat, hot dogs, fireworks – and the Brooklyn Bridge catching on fireMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
