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US history
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Washington Examinerpolitics4 days ago
Actor Recreates TV Character for U.S. Anniversary Video
An actor reprised a television role in a public service announcement posted on YouTube. The video marks the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States.
Washington Examinerpolitics20 days ago
Activist groups plan protests to mark U.S. 250th anniversary
A coalition of activist organizations will hold demonstrations in multiple cities from June 19 through July 4. The events are positioned as an alternative to official semiquincentennial programming.
Nbc Newsworld20 days ago
Two Separate Groups Plan U.S. 250th Anniversary Events
America250 and Freedom 250 are organizing separate celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Some performers scheduled for a Freedom 250 event withdrew after stating they were not informed of political ties.
theyeshivaworld.comworld27 days ago
Memorial Day parade draws thousands to Washington for 250th anniversary events
Thousands gathered in the nation's capital Monday for the annual Memorial Day parade, the first of multiple official celebrations marking America's 250th anniversary this summer. High school bands and veterans from several wars marched along Constitution Avenue Northwest under cl…
Washington Examinerpolitics27 days ago
U.S. wildlife populations show recovery since late 1800s
Population counts for several species have risen sharply from historic lows. Recovery followed changes in hunting practices and new funding mechanisms.
fortune.comfinance29 days ago
Opinion Piece Calls for New U.S. Cities Modeled on Founders' Ideals
An opinion article published on ZeroHedge proposes a "MadeCity" framework for urban development. The piece suggests Washington, D.C., as the starting point and links the concept to the nation's 250th anniversary.
ksl.compolitics4 days ago
Federal Arts Commission Approves Design for 250-Foot Arch in Washington
The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts approved revised plans Thursday for a granite arch near Arlington Memorial Bridge. The project is part of federal efforts to mark the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence.
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abcnews.go.compolitics53 days ago
Shooting at White House Correspondents' Dinner Draws Historical Comparisons to Past Political Violence
A shooting incident occurred at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner on April 25, 2026, leading to the evacuation of attendees including HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and President Trump. Historians noted parallels to political violence in the 1960s and 1970s.
al-monitor.compolitics57 days ago
Supreme Court to Review Trump Administration's Bid to End TPS for Haitians and Syrians
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear arguments on whether the Trump administration can terminate temporary protected status for over 350,000 Haitians and 6,000 Syrians. The case arises from lawsuits challenging the policy, with a district judge ruling in February 2026 that the d…
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Former Presidents and Celebrities Participate in History Channel Event in Philadelphia
Four former U.S. presidents and various celebrities attended an event in Philadelphia to mark the nation's 250th anniversary. The gathering focused on themes including democracy, social justice, and political satire. Organized by the History Channel and Comcast, the event feature…