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DC July 4th Parade Canceled as Excessive Heat Disrupts Independence Day Festivities
The National Park Service called off Saturday's procession due to an Extreme Heat Warning, marking the latest weather-related disruption to holiday events across the country.
Week in Politics: U.S. Turns 250 Under Record Heat; Worries Over the Future
America celebrates its semiquincentennial amid extreme weather as political leaders grapple with questions about long-term resilience and direction.
Pro-Life Advocate Shares Family Story as Congress Continues Federal Funding for Planned Parenthood
Jeff Bradford of Human Coalition recounts his family's experience 34 years ago while calling for defunding, a position disputed by reproductive rights groups who argue the organization provides essential healthcare services.
Newsom, Walz and Democratic Governors Urge Congress to Block Energy Industry Liability Shield
The Stop Climate Shakedowns Act of 2026 would grant oil and gas companies immunity from climate-related lawsuits filed by state and local governments.
Pro-Trump Artist Paints Massive American Flag at D.C. Fair for Nation's 250th Birthday
The 9-by-17-foot oil-on-canvas Old Glory, created by Staten Island artist Scott LoBaido, is billed as the largest ever painted in that medium.
Historical Significance of Washington's Crossing of the Delaware Resurfaces in National Conversation About Civic Duty
The 1776 crossing that turned the tide of the Revolutionary War remains a touchstone for debates about sacrifice and national identity, with modern political figures drawing competing lessons from the moment.
How George Washington's Christmas Crossing of the Delaware Became an Enduring Symbol of American Resolve
The 1776 surprise attack on Trenton, launched during a winter storm with fewer than 3,000 troops, turned the tide of the Revolutionary War and inspired Thomas Paine's famous 'American Crisis' pamphlet.
Immigrant Business Owner Says Birth Tourism Is a 'Slap in the Face' to Those Who Followed Legal Process
Kris Ramsingh, who emigrated from Trinidad in 2006 and became a U.S. citizen nine years later, supports Trump's immigration policies as Fourth of July approaches.
Record Heat Wave Disrupts July 4th Celebrations Across Eastern US; Health Authorities Warn of Extreme Dangers
Triple-digit temperatures have strained energy grids, forced event cancellations, and prompted warnings from health officials as heat advisories affect nearly 30 states.
America the Beautiful: Why Cleaning Up DC Matters
RealClearPolitics publishes argument about federal accountability and governance reform as debate continues in Congress.