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Former Presidents Reflect on America at 250: 'Constant Work in Progress'
Four ex-commanders in chief — Biden, Obama, Clinton and Bush — issued statements Saturday marking the nation's semiquincentennial with messages about perseverance and unfinished work.
Patriot Front Members March on Capitol Hill During July 4th Celebrations
The white supremacist group demonstrated in Eastern Market and near Union Station as thousands gathered for the nation's 250th anniversary celebrations.
Canada's Men's National Soccer Team Plays First-Ever World Cup Knockout Match
The game against Morocco in Houston coincides with Calgary Stampede, where politicians weigh attending rodeo events versus government-hosted watch parties.
OpenAI's Altman Proposes Offering U.S. 5% Stake in Company if Competitors Agree to Same Terms
The plan, reportedly discussed with Trump officials and Sen. Sanders, would require Google, Meta, Anthropic to contribute equivalent public ownership stakes.
Injury Ends Williams' Wimbledon Comeback Attempt
Venus Williams forced to retire from first-round match at Wimbledon due to injury, bringing her comeback attempt to a premature end.
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.
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.
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.