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President Trump Participates in National Mall Event for America 250th Anniversary
President Donald Trump held a campaign-style rally Wednesday evening on the National Mall featuring military flyovers and performances. The event marked the start of official celebrations for the nation’s 250th anniversary.
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On the evening of June 24, 2026. The event featured a flyover by stealth bombers, military bands, a performance by singer Lee Greenwood, and a speech by the president. The rally served as the formal kickoff for celebrations marking America’s 250th anniversary as part of “The Great American State Fair” on the National Mall.
A concert-style stage was set up with U.S. flags and a mock White House exterior in the cordoned-off section. Several musicians, including Young MC, Martina McBride, and the Commodores, canceled scheduled concerts for the event over concerns it had become politicized.
Country singer Alexis Wilkins posted on X that she would perform. ” Turnout was described as robust but smaller than anticipated. Karen and Brian Ontrap drove more than 500 miles from northwest Ohio with their children to attend.
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