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Trump suggests canceling all musical performances at the Great American State Fair after several musicians drop out - CBS News President Trump on Saturday floated the idea of canceling all the musical performances at the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., after several musicians pulled out of the event , which has been described as a birthday bash to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. Earlier Saturday, Freedom 250, the organization behind the event, had announced that Mr. Trump would "kick off" the state fair on June 24 with an opening ceremony. "As the visionary behind the Great American State Fair, we are excited to announce that President Trump will personally kick off this historic celebration on Wednesday, June 24 in an opening ceremony celebrating America's 250th birthday," said Danielle Alvarez, a spokesperson for Freedom 250. In a social media post later Saturday , Mr. Trump said he would look into holding an "America is Back" rally at the state fair where he would "give a major speech, rallying the Country forward." "I understand Artists are getting 'the yips' having to do with their performance," Mr. Trump wrote, adding that he was thinking of replacing "…

Trump set to headline 'Great American State Fair' after artists drop ... An upcoming celebration of America's 250th anniversary, "The Great American State Fair," recently hadseveral musical guests back out partly over the event's ties to President Donald Trump. Now, Trump himself is slated to headline the festivities, the organizers said Saturday. "I understand Artists are getting 'the yips' having to do with their performance," Trump posted to his social media platform Truth Social Saturday, adding that he was thinking of bringing "the man who some say is the Greatest President in History (THE GOAT!), DONALD J. TRUMP, to take the place of these highly paid, Third Rate 'Artists.'" The group organizing the June fair on Washington's National Mall, Freedom 250, confirmed the billing in a statement, writing, "we are excited to announce that President Trump will personally kick off this historic celebration on Wednesday, June 24." Trump's social media post twice referenced him holding a rally "Wednesday," without a specific date. The White House did not immediately clarify the discrepancy. Danielle Alvarez, a spokesperson for Freedom 250, emphasized the broader fair that is schedul…

Trump to headline 'Great American State Fair' after artists drop out Politics The Trump Presidency Actions Facebook Tweet Email Trump to headline 'Great American State Fair' after artists drop out Freedom 250 is billed as nonpartisan, but was launched last year by Trump and is led by a former State Department appointee from Trump's first term. Prev Next Jacquelyn Martin/AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin President Donald Trump listens during a Cabinet meeting at the White House, Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in Washington. By: AP via Scripps News Group Posted and last updated An upcoming celebration of America's 250th anniversary, “The Great American State Fair," recently had several musical guests back out partly over the event's ties to President Donald Trump. Now, Trump himself is slated to headline the festivities, the organizers said Saturday. “I understand Artists are getting ‘the yips’ having to do with their performance,” Trump posted to his social media platform Truth Social Saturday, adding that he was thinking of bringing “the man who some say is the Greatest President in History (THE GOAT!), DONALD J. TRUMP, to take the place of these highly paid, Third Rate 'Artists.'” The group or…

Trump says July Fourth celebration on National Mall will include his ... A banner featuring a picture of President Donald Trump is displayed at the United States Department of Justice building, in Washington, DC, June 13, 2026. Nathan Howard/Reuters Donald Trump See all topics Facebook Tweet Email Link Threads Link Copied! Follow Summary President Donald Trump announced the July Fourth celebration on the National Mall will include a rally branded as a tribute to America. Trump has previously drawn criticism for using his office to advance his own personal interests. Several states have declined to participate in a separate event planned this summer for America's semiquincentennial. AI-generated summary was reviewed by a CNN editor. President Donald Trump said Monday that America’s 250th anniversary celebration on the National Mall next month will include a “TRUMP RALLY” on Independence Day. “On July 4th, at The Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument, in beautiful and safe Washington D.C., we are going to host the most spectacular TRUMP RALLY of them all, a ‘TRIBUTE TO AMERICA,’” Trump wrote on Truth Social . “Starting at 7 P.M. EST, this HUGE Celebration will honor our Country’s…

Trump set to headline 'Great American State Fair' for nation's 250th anniversary after artists drop out President Donald Trump suggested canceling the “Great American State Fair,” part of the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations, after several musical acts dropped out and said they were misled about the event’s ties to Trump. President Donald Trump looks out the window of his limousine at the construction in Lafayette Park as he departs the White House, Saturday, May 30, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) WASHINGTON (AP) — An upcoming celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, “The Great American State Fair,” recently hadseveral musical guests back outpartly over the event’s ties to PresidentDonald Trump. Now, Trump himself is slated to headline the festivities, the organizers said Saturday. “I understand Artists are getting ‘the yips’ having to do with their performance,” Trump posted to his social media platform Truth Social Saturday, adding that he was thinking of bringing “the man who some say is the Greatest President in History (THE GOAT!), DONALD J. TRUMP, to take the place of these highly paid, Third Rate ‘Artists.’” The group organizing the June fair on …

Trump's Fourth of July Fiasco Is Entirely His Fault - The Nation Politics / June 1, 2026 Trump’s Fourth of July Fiasco Is Entirely His Fault America’s 250th anniversary celebrations are falling apart because of the president’s tawdry display of narcissism. Jeet Heer Share Copy Link Facebook X (Twitter) Bluesky Pocket Email Donald Trump displays a rendering of the planned “UFC Freedom 250” event in the Oval Office, on May 6, 2026. (Yuri Gripas / Abaca / Bloomberg via Getty Images) Ideally, the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States would be an occasion for a thoughtful patriotism that merges gratitude with reflection. The quarter-millennium since the signing of the Declaration of Independence has been marked by tremendous achievements—most notably the abolition of slavery, the expansion of democracy—but also by horrifying wars and domestic strife. Coming to terms with the full complexity of the US, its successes and failures alike, would be a tremendous opportunity for enriching civic life. Unfortunately, our world is far from ideal. Donald Trump, a ridiculous caricature of the worst features of US culture, is president. He’s not inclined to introspective patriotism…

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Trump to headline 'Great American State Fair' for nation's 250th ... Share Add Us On Google Add as a preferred source on Google WASHINGTON (AP) — An upcoming celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, “The Great American State Fair,” recently had several musical guests back out partly over the event’s ties to President Donald Trump . Now, Trump himself is slated to headline the festivities, the organizers said Saturday. “I understand Artists are getting ‘the yips’ having to do with their performance,” Trump posted to his social media platform Truth Social Saturday, adding that he was thinking of bringing “the man who some say is the Greatest President in History (THE GOAT!), DONALD J. TRUMP, to take the place of these highly paid, Third Rate ‘Artists.’” The group organizing the June fair on Washington’s National Mall, Freedom 250, confirmed the billing in a statement, writing, “we are excited to announce that President Trump will personally kick off this historic celebration on Wednesday, June 24.” Trump’s social media post twice referenced him holding a rally “Wednesday,” without a specific date. The White House did not immediately clarify the discrepancy. Danielle Alvarez, a sp…

Trump suggests canceling music performances at the 'Great American ... Add NBC News to Google Trump says he will headline Freedom 250 after artists drop out 02:12 Get more news Live on Share Add NBC News to Google May 30, 2026, 3:37 PM EDT / Updated May 30, 2026, 7:45 PM EDT By Alexandra Marquez President Donald Trump on Saturday suggested canceling planned musical performances at the Great American State Fair in Washington this summer after several artists pulled out of the event . Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. “We should have a giant MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN RALLY, for 250, instead of having overpriced singers, who nobody wants to hear, whose music is boring, and yet who do nothing but complain,” Trump said in a post on Truth Social Saturday afternoon. “Cancel it,” Trump said, before launching into a separate criticism of a federal judge who on Friday temporarily blocked his planned closure of the Kennedy Center. Trump is slated to speak at the fair’s opening ceremony in June as part of the United States’ 250th-birthday celebrations. Danielle Alvarez, a spokesperson for the Trump-backed Freedom 250 group behi…

Trump Plans 'Trump Rally' For America's Birthday Celebration On July ... LOADING ERROR LOADING President Donald Trump on Monday announced what he called “the most spectacular TRUMP RALLY of them all” for America’s 250th birthday on July 4th in the nation’s capital. The president — in a post to his Truth Social platform — wrote that the “HUGE celebration” in Washington, D.C., would feature performances by military bands and orchestras as well as songs from his playlist, adding that there will be “none of those people that put you to sleep and constantly complain.” Advertisement “And I will deliver keynote remarks that you will not want to miss,” he went on to add. “To conclude the program, and commemorate this Historic Occasion, I will be launching, what will be, the LARGEST FIREWORKS SHOW IN HISTORY, right here in our Nation’s Capital. Do not miss it.” A Truth Social post from President Donald Trump on Monday. Truth Social In addition to the announcement, Trump used the platform to praise UFC over its bloody “Freedom 250” brawl at the White House. Advertisement He also teased the “kick off” of the Great American State Fair concert series on June 24, where Lee Greenwood is set to p…