People are approaching this Independence Day with mixed feelings. Polls show declining national pride, especially among Democrats, during the Trump era.

Los Angeles has made headlines for several recent immigration protests. On June 6, protesters resisted U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents' raids, spurring President Donald Trump to deploy National Guard troops and Marines to respond, against the wishes of Democratic California Governor Gavin Newsom.

The Fourth of July is a celebration of all things American with parades, backyard barbecues and the night sky lit up with fireworks.

The biggest celebration in the area was the Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks show. "All the people and everybody being together, it means so much," Cincinnati resident Craig English said. "You feel the excitement in the air and the beautiful skyline,

Fireworks show airs live Friday on NBC and Peacock featuring live performances from the Jonas Brother and Lenny Kravitz.