US marks its 250th birthday with fireworks, flyovers and extreme weather
US President Donald Trump's speech included some of his political agenda but also honoured war veterans and American history.
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"The American dream is back."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"Long live the cause of independence."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"We will always be on top, we will never let our country fall, we will always be the best."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"only the dawn of the golden age of America."
— Donald Trump , Politician
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Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Joey Chestnut is a competitive eater known for holding multiple world records in eating contests.
Miki Sudo is a competitive eater who has won the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest multiple times.
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