Key facts
- President Trump is directing $1.6 million from national park entry fees to fund a fireworks display.
- The fireworks display is planned for Washington D.C. to celebrate the nation's 250th Independence Day.
- A total of $90 million in park entry fees is being steered to the event.
- The government will spend $5 million to restore bronzes for the event.
- Trump also proposed a "parade of patriots" and "national salute to America" in Philadelphia for the anniversary.
President Donald Trump is reportedly using funds generated from national park entrance fees to finance a large fireworks display in Washington D.C. The event, planned to celebrate the nation's 250th Independence Day, will cost $1.6 million. According to reports, $90 million in entry fees collected from national parks are being diverted to cover the expenses of this costly aerial spectacle. Additionally, the government will spend $5 million to restore bronzes in time for Independence Day. Trump has also outlined plans for Philadelphia, including a "parade of patriots" and a "national salute to America" for the anniversary.