Trump to Americans: ‘Hold the Date’ for July 4. Twitter Blows Up

Fireworks and big displays of patriotism aren’t exactly unheard of in Washington on the Fourth of July. But President Donald Trump has promised to ratchet up the festivities to a new level this year -- and effectively suggested turning a national holiday into a political rally.

“HOLD THE DATE!” Trump tweeted on Sunday, touting a “Salute to America” event to be held at the Lincoln Memorial.