Washington, United States, July 5, 2026 (AFP) - Rain, lightning and chaos open Trump's headline Fourth of July event

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2026-07-05

Crowds braved record heat to attend US President Donald Trump's grand July Fourth celebrations in Washington Saturday, until sharp winds, thunder and lightning prompted evacuations and the scene descended into chaos, anger and confusion. Groups of hundreds refused the orders of authorities to clear the National Mall. Near the stage, well over a hundred people chanted "U-S-A! U-S-A!" and sang an impromptu rendition of the national anthem in pro......

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