Washington D.C. is locked down with heavy security and fencing as the city prepares for July 4th celebrations amid record heat, delayed fireworks timing, and ongoing construction at major landmarks. Trump's late speech announcement has thrown the traditional fireworks schedule into uncertainty while the city manages crowd logistics and safety concerns.
·Unprecedented fencing and guard presence remakes the city's layout ahead of Independence Day
·Record-breaking heat expected as D.C. area braces for the hottest weather on file
·Fireworks timing thrown into flux by late announcement of Trump speech during July 4th events
·Seven hours of military flyovers planned over the capital for holiday celebrations
·Major D.C. landmarks remain under construction as holiday festivities begin
drawn from The New York Times, Axios, USA Today, WJLA · updated 21m ago