Record confirmed: July 4 fireworks set Guinness World Record mark after storm delay

A July 4th fireworks display in Washington, D.C., set a Guinness World Record after a storm delay, fulfilling a social media promise by President Donald Trump.

Justin Tomlinson

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Record confirmed: July 4 fireworks set Guinness World Record mark after storm delay

Official confirmation has verified that a July 4 fireworks display in Washington, D.C., set a Guinness World Record mark. The display took place in the nation's capital after experiencing a storm delay, following initial promises made by President Donald Trump on social media that the event would be record-breaking.[1][2]

President Trump had previously used social media to promote the Independence Day celebration, promising attendees a record-breaking show. Despite the delay caused by a storm, the Washington, D.C., fireworks display took place on July 4th and successfully earned the official Guinness World Record title.[1][2]

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