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July 4th events in the United States will be few and far between, as cities and states have suspended major celebrations and fireworks displays, but for United States embassies around the world … it’s a party.
TMZ did some research, and we learn that at least 5 embassies have invested a lot of cash to celebrate July 4th … despite renewed COVID-19 closings here in the states.
According to federal procurement documents … the United States Embassy in Madrid spent $ 67,551 on “mapping services for the 4th of July celebration,” while Hong Kong spends nearly $ 50k for the “Day reception. of Independence 2020 “.
The Hanoi embassy paid $ 35,496 in a local rental, while Bangkok dropped $ 31,356 at a party on July 4 … and Uruguay disbursed $ 12,871 in fireworks and permits.
Some US embassies go a different way by hosting virtual parties due to the pandemic … including Berlin, Mexico City, and Managua.
As you know, cities across the country, from Boston and Chicago to Seattle and Los Angeles, have canceled the July 4 events and fireworks displays to keep crowds from gathering as coronavirus cases rise again. .
However, as we told you, that was not the case for President TrumpHeavily promoted celebration on Friday at Mount Rushmore, which cost over $ 600k … but probably much more.
