Trump’s 2019 July Fourth Bash Cost Twice As Much As Previous Celebrations: GAO
Last year’s July Fourth celebration on the National Mall with headliner Donald Trump cost American taxpayers twice as much as similar events did in previous years, according to a report by the Government Accountability Office.
The event racked up $13 million in costs, compared to totals between $6 million and $7 million in the three previous years.
This year, Trump’s celebration will be held on the South Lawn of the White House with a speech and a fireworks display over the National Mall. Some 1,700 service members will also take part in his “2020 Salute to America.” Continue reading.