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Two Groups, One Anniversary, Big Questions | Raleigh News
America’s 250th birthday is sparking confusion as two competing groups — America250 (Congress-backed) and Freedom 250 (White House-linked) — race to host events, fueled by public funds and corporate donations. With $68 million already poured into Freedom 250 and big names like Boeing and Palantir involved, watchdogs are raising red flags over potential conflicts of interest and even corruption allegations — though the group denies them. Meanwhile, America250 pushes ahead with its own nationwide celebrations, including Philly concerts and D.C. fireworks — but overlapping branding has already…
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