Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleRachel DobkinTuesday 30 June 2026 02:50 BSTTRUMP'S STATE FAIR SUFFERS BRUTAL TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, SMALL CROWDSA record-breaking July 4th fireworks display in Washington, D.C., will be delayed until approximately 11 p.m. due to a rally hosted by President Donald Trump.The fireworks show is expected to be the largest and longest in D.C. history, featuring over 850,000 pyrotechnic effects and lasting about 40 minutes.Donald Trump announced the event as a “TRUMP RALLY” or “TRIBUTE TO AMERICA” starting at 7 p.m. ET, which he claimed would be the “most spectacular” of its kind.The late start time for the fireworks has raised concerns among D.C. residents, particularly families with young children and pet owners.Trump encouraged supporters to attend his speech and the fireworks, emphasizing the importance of a large turnout to counter negative media portrayals.In fullDC’s record-breaking fireworks delayed as Trump turns July 4 celebration into another MAGA rallyThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in