Here’s what to expect from the July 4 celebrations on Capitol Hill
President Donald Trump is observing his first Independence Day in office.
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A dress rehearsal has taken place at Capitol Hill ahead of the official July 4 celebrations.
The holiday commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence.
And huge crowds gathered in Washington DC to watch legendary acts such as The Beach Boys and The Blues Brothers rehearse their sets ahead of the big day.
Elsewhere in the US, Independence Day will be marked by big-time fireworks, small-town parades and, well, competitive hot dog eating.
Meanwhile, more than 15,000 new citizens will be sworn in during more than 65 Independence Day-themed naturalisation ceremonies across the country.
