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Trump Suggests Canceling Musical Acts at Great American State Fair
President Trump proposed replacing performers with a rally after several musicians withdrew from the event celebrating America's 250th anniversary. Freedom 250 said the president will open the June 24 event in Washington, D.C.
Jun 1, 11:55 AM·1m read5 sources
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President Trump suggested canceling musical performances at the Great American State Fair after multiple artists withdrew, citing concerns the event was too political. The fair is part of celebrations marking the nation's 250th anniversary and is scheduled on the National Mall from June 24 to July 10.
Day and the Time, Young MC, the Commodores, Martina McBride and Bret Michaels announced they would not participate. Fab Morvan of Milli Vanilli, Vanilla Ice, C+C Music Factory rapper Freedom Williams and Flo Rida remain scheduled to perform. Freedom 250, the organization behind the event, described the initiative as nonpartisan.
In a Truth Social post Saturday night, President Trump said the event should instead feature a "MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN RALLY" and suggested canceling the state fair altogether. Earlier Saturday, he wrote that he was considering replacing the performers with himself and giving a major speech.
Freedom 250 announced that President Trump will open the fair with a ceremony on June 24.
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