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Celebrating The Fourth Of July In The Nation's Capital

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Published July 4, 2019 at 7:46 PM EDT

Members of the Sikhs of America dance as they take part in the National Independence Day Parade in Washington, D.C.

The National Independence Day Parade kicked off the Fourth of July festivities in Washington, D.C.

Here are some of the sights and people NPR saw in the run-up to President Trump's speech at the Lincoln Memorial.

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Stephen Asimobi (from left), Helen Asimobi, Theresa Omeyeka, Michelle Nwuokoye, Mariama Turay and Rachel Biah celebrate the Fourth of July with their festive outfits in Washington, D.C.

Protesters move a Baby Trump balloon into position near the Washington Monument on Thursday.

Rob Cortis from Livonia, Mich., says he has visited 48 mainland states for pop-up rallies with his Trump Unity Bridge. He displayed it at the National Independence Day Parade.

People march in The National Independence Day Parade.

Ralph Hall, 62, sells American flags and bandanas during the National Independence Day Parade. This has been his business for 30 years.

Maryke Fourie (from left), Anel van der Merwe and Tahe Mannuf, exchange students from South Africa, enjoy their time at the parade.

Alison Manzola, 14, from Jeansville, Pa., holds a banner during the National Independence Day Parade.

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