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America’s 250th Birthday: Controversy Surrounding the Dueling Groups Planning Celebrations

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MAY 01, 2026 at 06:00 AM EDT

As the U.S. gets ready to turn 250, Carlo Versano sits down with America 250 Chair Rosie Rios to walk through what’s actually planned for the milestone anniversary. From nationwide celebrations and eight-ball drops to big ideas around civic engagement and giving back, the episode takes listeners inside the moment—explaining the controversy and confusion surrounding the dueling groups planning this summer’s celebrations—and what organizers hope Americans will remember long after the fireworks.

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