Inside the security operations for July Fourth celebrations in D.C.
The Fourth of July celebrations in Washington, D.C., are deemed a "national special security event," which is the highest possible designation.
There's heightened security around festivities in Washington, D.C., for America 250 celebrations , which includes a fireworks display that is expected to draw hundreds of thousands of people.
"I will tell you that you've had hundreds, if not thousands, of law enforcement professionals planning this event for several months," said Tara McLeese, the special agent in charge of the U.S. Secret Service's Washington field office.
President Trump said he will speak during the festivities on Saturday around 9 p.m. before the fireworks show at 10:30 p.m. Officials say there are no specific, credible threats this weekend.
The U.S. Marshals Service has sworn in hundreds of officers from 44 local law enforcement agencies nationwide to protect the capital.
"When I say that we are ready, I am staking my reputation on it," said Marshals Service Director Gadyaces S. Serralta. "Our nation is ready to celebrate the birth of freedom in this country."