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July 2, 2026
FBI and National Guard Enhance Security for July 4th Celebrations
- The FBI has confirmed there are no credible threats to July 4th celebrations, but security measures are unprecedented this year.
- Nearly 5,000 National Guard troops are stationed in Washington, D.C., with law enforcement professionals planning the event for several months.
- Attendees will undergo TSA-like screening, and the National Mall will have significant access changes compared to previous years.
5 Sources
- July 4th celebrations to have heightened securityJul 2, 2026 at 3:49 PM · ABC News
- Trump’s National Guard Deployment in Washington Expands Ahead of HolidayJul 3, 2026 at 2:11 PM · NYT
- Authorities will have radiation-detecting aircraft to guard July Fourth celebrationsJul 3, 2026 at 4:10 PM · ABC News
- National Guard troops, law enforcement providing tight security for July Fourth celebrations in Washington, D.C.Jul 3, 2026 at 4:45 PM · CBS News
- ABC News Exclusive: Security preparations for large celebrations from NYC to D.C.Jul 4, 2026 at 12:24 AM · ABC News