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What the U.S. has accomplished in 250 years of innovation and what’s next

What the U.S. has accomplished in 250 years of innovation and what’s next

Summary

President Donald Trump visited Iowa to begin the countdown to the United States' 250th Independence Day, which will be next year. The Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress is examining 250 years of U.S. innovation as part of the celebrations.

Key Facts

  • President Donald Trump visited Iowa on Thursday.
  • He started the countdown to the 250th Independence Day of the United States.
  • The U.S. will celebrate its 250th Independence Day next year.
  • The Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress is involved in the celebrations.
  • The center is nonpartisan, meaning it does not support any political party.
  • It is looking into 250 years of innovation in the United States.
  • Glenn Nye is the president and CEO of the center.
  • John Yang spoke with Glenn Nye about the project.

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