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Fourth of July Mall Security Overhaul
This year’s Fourth of July on the National Mall is turning into a high-security spectacle—think airport-style checks, banned coolers, chairs, balls, and even spray sunscreen. You’ll need a government ID to enter, and the viewing area is shrinking, with the Washington Monument grounds as the main spot. Parking? Nightmare. Public transit or rideshares are strongly advised. A clear-bag policy is in effect, and pets are banned. Despite the strict rules, the fireworks are bigger than ever—ten launch points, 40 minutes of pyrotechnics starting at 10:30 PM, billed as the biggest in U.S. history. Get…
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