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Description: Tune in to NTD’s special coverage "America 250" this Independence Day to watch “Salute to America Celebration and Fireworks,” a Fourth of July event organized by Freedom 250.

Steve Lance is NTD's Washington D.C. Bureau Chief and chief political correspondent. Steve anchors NTD's "Capitol Report," a political news show based in the nation's capital aimed at providing a direct channel to the voices and people who shape policy in America. Steve also co-moderates NTD's special election coverage "The Nation Decides."

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Tune in to NTD’s special coverage "America 250" this Independence Day to watch “Salute to America Celebration and Fireworks,” a Fourth of July event organized by Freedom 250.

America’s storied history will be brought to life on stage in the nation’s capital with musical performances and tributes to American heroes and trailblazers. The event will close with what Freedom 250 says will be the biggest fireworks show in history.

Our coverage starts on Saturday, July 4 at 7 p.m. ET.

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