Trump to hold political rally at July 4 National Mall event
President Trump says the July 4 National Mall celebration will double as a political rally. The event marks the nation's 250th anniversary and will include military bands and a large-scale fireworks display.
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Donald Trump announced on Monday that the July 4 National Mall celebration will double as a "spectacular TRUMP RALLY." The event marks the 250th anniversary of American independence and anchors the administration's "Freedom 250" programming. This blending of an official state commemoration with a political rally intensifies scrutiny over the use of public spaces for personal branding.
