Against odds that at times seemed improbable, Trump achieved his goal of celebrating a historic — and divisive — legislative victory in time for the nation’s birthday.

Trump is expected to sign the bill on Friday around 5 p.m. ET at a White House celebration for the July 4 Independence Day holiday. The ceremony is expected to include a flyover by stealth bombers and fighter jets that took part in the recent U.

Known now as a day of patriotism and enjoying time off from work, the Fourth of July began the journey to becoming a quintessential American holiday in 1776, when the Second Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence.

With Independence Day falling on a Friday this year, that sets up weekend-long celebrations that extend the holiday. Here’s a look at four multiday events that continue through the weekend, plus events and fireworks on July 4.

Looking for fireworks this Fourth of July? Here's a guide to the best displays happening across Northwest Indiana this weekend.

As Americans celebrate 249 years of independence with fireworks and barbecues, many businesses will be closed for the day.