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Trump's Ambitious Plans for 250th Independence Anniversary

1/23/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump is advancing a plan to mark the 250th U.S. independence anniversary with upgrades in Washington, D.C., led by the National Park Service.
The National Park Service has begun renovations at Lafayette Square to restore water features and repair infrastructure, with work continuing through May.
Trump aims to build the Triumphal Arch and a National Garden of American Heroes.

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U.S. President Donald Trump is advancing a plan to mark the 250th U.S. independence anniversary with upgrades in Washington, D.C., led by the National Park Service.
The National Park Service has begun renovations at Lafayette Square to restore water features and repair infrastructure, with work continuing through May.
Trump aims to build the Triumphal Arch and a National Garden of American Heroes.