Philadelphia’s July 4th weekend turned deadly as 46 people were injured and six killed in multiple shootings across the city, according to data from the Philadelphia Police Department, published by FOX 29. The violence erupted primarily between Friday and Sunday, with additional bloodshed spilling into Monday morning.
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers blasted President Donald Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” on Sunday, calling it the most disgraceful piece of legislation in modern history. Appearing on ABC’s “This Week,” Summers said the bill’s deep cuts to social programs would endanger hundreds of thousands of Americans and undermine the nation’s economic stability.
President Donald Trump signed the “Big Beautiful Bill” into law Friday, July 4, during a celebratory Independence Day event at the White House. The signature ceremony occurred one day after the House approval, meeting a Republican-set deadline and underscoring the administration’s commitment to swift legislative action.
A deadly flood struck Kerr County, Texas, on Independence Day, leaving at least 24 people dead and 23 girls missing from a Christian summer camp near Hunt. The flood, triggered by torrential rain along the Guadalupe River, turned deadly in the early morning hours as waters rose over 26 feet in just three hours.
July Fourth is more than fireworks and barbecues; it celebrates the enduring principles that forged the United States: liberty, self-governance, and the unyielding pursuit of a better life.
President Donald Trump has notched a string of major victories just six months into his second term, fulfilling core campaign promises and setting the tone for America’s 250th anniversary celebration.
President Donald Trump scored a pivotal legislative victory by signing the “Big, Beautiful Bill” (BBB) into law just before his self-imposed July 4th deadline. More than the policy details, the passage of the bill signals Trump’s growing strength in his second term and solidifies political momentum heading into the remainder of 2025.
Multiple cities across Southern California have canceled or postponed Fourth of July events due to heightened Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity targeting illegal immigration. Communities with large immigrant populations, including Bell Gardens, Cudahy, Boyle Heights, and Huntington Park, have called off public festivities, citing safety concerns and growing fear among residents. The decision reflects increasing anxiety among immigrant families, many of whom are reportedly avoiding public gatherings.
