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Trump Rally on National Mall Opens State Fair Despite Multiple Performer Cancellations
The Wednesday evening event on the National Mall marked the start of the Great American State Fair. It featured a stealth bomber flyover and military band performances ahead of the November midterm elections.
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President Donald Trump delivered remarks at a rally on the National Mall on Wednesday evening. The event opened the Great American State Fair marking the 250th anniversary of U.S. founding and also began the district’s Independence Day celebrations.
The rally program included a flyover by stealth bombers, performances by military bands and a performance by country singer Lee Greenwood. Trump’s remarks were scheduled around 8:30 p.m. The rally occurred ahead of the November midterm elections.
The Great American State Fair runs from Thursday through July 10.
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