Fireworks over the St. Louis skyline and the Gateway Arch.
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CITIES across the United States have called off their July 4th celebrations, occurring shortly after widespread protests against Donald Trump’s immigration policies.

Firework displays in some locations have been axed while other celebrations have been scaled back.

Fireworks over the St. Louis skyline and the Gateway Arch.
The St. Louis, Missouri, skyline was illuminated with color during the July 3 celebrationsCredit: AP
A person holds multiple flags in front of a burning car during a protest.
A woman carries an American flag in Los Angeles while a car burns during last month’s protestsCredit: AP

Last month, Los Angeles saw six days of protests with some demonstrators clashing with law enforcement. 

Since June 6, around 2,000 migrants have been arrested in Los Angeles County as immigration agents executed raids. 

National Guard personnel and hundreds of Marines were deployed in a bid to quell the demonstrations.

Los Angeles officials have since taken the decision to cancel some events across the county and city. 

Bell Gardens’ July 4 event has been axed as chiefs decided to cancel all events scheduled between June 24 and July 10.

The concert, starring the Latin music group Gabrielito Y La Verdad, scheduled for July 3 was subsequently axed. 

Officials revealed why they took the decision to pull events and said it was made “out of an abundance of caution.”

Chiefs alluded to concerns for the safety of locals, according to an Instagram post.

But, local officials have slammed the immigration raids.

Jorgel Chavez, the Bell Gardens mayor, labeled the raids in California un-American.

July 4th Nationwide shutdown

He claimed the presence of masked agents sparked fear among some.

The East Los Angeles Rock’in 4th of July celebration will not take place this year. 

Officials at the Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation alluded to safety concerns.

On social media, they explained the decision to cancel the event was made with a “heavy heart.”

Cities where July 4 celebrations have been watered down or canceled?

The cancellation of July 4th festivities in various U.S. cities follows recent demonstrations opposing Donald Trump’s stringent immigration measures.

Officials in Bell Gardens, California, decided to cancel all events.

Fireworks displays in Lodi Lake, El Dorado, Chico and St Helena have been axed.

The July 4 celebrations at Angle Lake Park in SeaTac, Washington, have been scrapped.

Officials in Itasca, Illinois, have taken the decision to axe this year’s Fourth of July celebrations.

The Gloria Molina Grand Park’s Summer Block Party has also been shelved. 

But in a boost to revelers, organizers said the party, which is a free event, will take place later in the summer.

Independence Day celebrations have been toned down in Cudahy, also located in Los Angeles County. 

On June 25, city officials canceled a gig and firework show that was scheduled for July 3.

In Cudahy, 97% of the population identify themselves as Latino or Hispanic, according to US Census Bureau data.

It’s not just across Los Angeles County where July 4 festivities have been canceled or watered down.

Independence Day celebrations in SeaTac will not take place this year, or in 2026, as per the city.

The city’s Angle Lake Park will close at 6pm local time.

DRONE DEBACLE

Last year, around 10,000 revelers flocked to the park despite it only having a capacity of 3,200. 

And, a drone show that cost $40,000 appeared to turn into a shabby spectacle. 

Fifty out of the 200 flying machines fell into the lake, as reported by the local Fox affiliate KCPQ-TV.

However, there will still be firework displays across Washington on Friday. 

Revelers will be treated to bursts of color in cities such as Federal Way, Kent, and Seattle.

But, a spectacle that has previously been labeled the largest in Illinois will not take place.

Itasca’s display has been canceled for the first time in almost three decades, as revealed by city officials.

Construction plans in the village had scuppered plans for the annual show.

The American Automobile Association predicts that 72.2 million people will embark on journeys of at least 50 miles from their homes throughout this week.

“With the holiday falling on a Friday, travelers have the option of making it a long weekend or taking the entire week to make memories with family and friends,” Stacey Barber, the vice president of AAA Travel, said.

Transport officials estimate that the hours between 12pm and 7pm are the worst times to travel.

Last month, protests erupted in Los Angeles and other major cities.

The flare-up in violence saw Waymo robotaxis set alight and other motors vandalized.

Almost 5,000 National Guard personnel and Marines combined were deployed to Los Angeles.

Demonstrations against ICE were reported in New York, Austin, Charlotte, and Chicago.

Protests and rallies also occurred in cities such as Memphis, Detroit and Oklahoma City.

More than 400 protesters campaigned outside San Antonio’s city hall on June 11.

Fears reportedly mounted about potential ICE raids taking place in San Francisco, which stopped some fans from attending the Gold Cup semi final clash between Mexico and Honduras.

California National Guard members standing behind riot shields at a federal building.
Thousands of members of the California National Guard were deployed to keep orderCredit: AP
Child holding a small American flag at a parade.
A small child waves an American flag during an Independence Day celebrationCredit: Getty
Burning Waymo taxis during a protest.
Waymo robotaxis were set alight during the protests in Los AngelesCredit: AP
Fireworks over the New York City skyline.
New York’s skyline was illuminated with bursts of pink and green during last year’s July 4 celebrationsCredit: AP
NYPD officers in riot gear stand in formation.
NYPD cops stood in formation as they braced for protestsCredit: Getty
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