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Hundreds of masked white nationalists march in Washington on Fourth of July

Neo-fascist group Patriot Front parades banners, including Confederate flag, chanting ‘Reclaim America’ in US capital

The Guardian - US · Jul 4

'The Whole City Is Going to Hear It': Donald Trump Reportedly Risks Jail Time Over 'Illegal' Midnight Fireworks

Donald Trump's July 4th fireworks display, part of America250 celebrations, faces scrutiny over noise regulations and environmental concerns, with 850,000 shells planned for launch in Washington, D.C.

International Business Times UK · Jul 4

Quote of the day by John F. Kennedy: “My fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country.”

Most people measure their relationship with a country, a company or a team by what it gives them back. John F. Kennedy asked an entire nation to flip that measurement around. "Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country," he said…

The Times of India · Jul 4

'I want this on Donald's desk by August recess': Melania Trump gives Congress private deadline to pass her bill

First Lady Melania Trump is pursuing her foster care bill largely outside the White House channels and gave Congress a private deadline to pass her bill. The bill 'Fostering the Future Act' expands housing, education and workforce help for young people aging out of foster care. Politico reported that the…

The Times of India · Jul 4

Trump issues 11 pardons on eve of country’s Fourth of July celebrations

Pardons issued to nine people charged with violating Clean Air Act as extreme heat smothers much of US

The Guardian - US · Jul 4

King Charles congratulates Trump, Americans on US' 250th Independence Day, hails enduring UK-US ties

King Charles III has congratulated US President Donald Trump and the American people on the 250th anniversary of American independence, describing the occasion as a "truly historic milestone" and expressing confidence that the longstanding partnership between the United Kingdom and the United States will continue to grow stronger.

The Times of India · Jul 4

King sends message to Trump and Americans on 250th anniversary of independence

Charles said he and the Queen were ‘proud, and honoured, to be able to celebrate this special anniversary during our visit to the United States’.

Evening Standard · Jul 4

Who Is Scott Wiener? The California Senator Whose Committee Blocked a Bill Barring Registered Sex Offenders From Public Office

Scott Wiener, a San Francisco Democrat, faces criticism after blocking a bill to prevent registered sex offenders from running for office.

International Business Times UK · Jul 4

Tom Kean got months of paid sick leave – after voting against it for others

The congressman spent four months mysteriously away from work, but he doesn’t seem to think his constituents should get mandated sick days

The Guardian - US · Jul 4

Pope in pointed letter to America after snubbing Donald Trump's July 4 invite

The Pope has written to Americans urging them to remember their country was founded by immigrants, after snubbing Donald Trump's invitation to…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 4