The Trump administration wants $10 million more to cover its July Fourth celebrations
The Trump administration is requesting an additional $10 million from Congress to cover costs associated with patriotic events on the National Mall. Democrats, led by Senator Jeff Merkley, are questioning the funding request and criticizing the administration's management of these anniversary celebrations.
The bill for America's birthday celebrations is growing, and the Trump administration wants taxpayers to foot it. It is asking Congress for an additional $10 million in reimbursement for costs related to patriotic events on the National Mall, including the Great American State Fair and the July Fourth fireworks display.
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