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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Josh Marcus

Tariffs and soaring costs are hitting Fourth of July fireworks displays for America’s 250th birthday

President Donald Trump isn’t the only one struggling to throw a big Fourth of July bash for America’s 250th anniversary.

In cities and towns across the country, double-digit tariffs have jacked up the price of fireworks ahead of this weekend. While some local leaders are grinning and bearing the extra costs, others have canceled displays altogether.

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