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Monday, July 6, 2026
The United States marked its 250th anniversary in 2026. Celebrations included fireworks displays across the country and internationally, with France illuminating the Eiffel Tower and Japan hosting fireworks. French fighter jets flew over New York City releasing red, white, and blue smoke trails.
Original reporting: https://www.theverge.com/policy/961802/america-250-free-speech