Prayer Festival on the National Mall
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Sunday’s event is expected to draw thousands of worshipers and will feature video messages from President Trump and cabinet secretaries.
The increased security presence was visible with forces from multiple departments lined up on the mall. WASHINGTON — Thousands of people gathered on the National Mall Sunday for a Freedom 250 prayer and rededication event honoring the nation’s upcoming 250th birthday, marking the first Freedom 250 event of the summer season in Washington.