People across the U.S. are marking the 4th of July with parades, fireworks, barbecues — and competitive eating.
President Barack Obama planned to host a barbecue at the White House to celebrate the nation's 235th Independence Day.
Thousands of revelers camped out near the Washington Monument to catch a glimpse of the fireworks.
Wet weather around the country put a damper on celebrations on Sunday from St. Louis, where a concert and fireworks display was cancelled, to Washington D.C., where Capitol Police evacuated where spectators on the National Mall who were watching rehearsals for Monday's "Capitol Fourth" show.
White House Statement
A statement on the White House's website said Michelle Obama had sent a message to its email list, "wishing them a Happy Independence Day and encouraging all Americans to honor our brave men and women in uniform by volunteering to give back to the military families who sacrifice so much to keep us safe.""We know that when our troops are called to serve, their families serve right along with them. For military kids, that means stepping up to help with the housework and putting on a brave face through all those missed holidays, bedtimes and ballet recitals," she said. "For military spouses, it means pulling double-duty, doing the work of both parents, often while juggling a full-time job or trying to get an education."
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