Trump hosts top IndyCar drivers at White House ahead of first-ever capital race
Roger Penske said more than 250,000 people requested free tickets as Trump and IndyCar officials promoted the inaugural race.
- On Monday, July 13, 2026, President Donald Trump hosts IndyCar officials and drivers at the White House for a "Grand Prix Showcase," previewing the upcoming Freedom 250 Grand Prix street race in Washington.
- Trump set the race in motion with a January 2026 executive order, which directed the White House Task Force on Celebrating America's 250th Birthday to designate a route through the capital.
- Scheduled for August 22-23, the street circuit spans 1.7 miles near the National Mall, with cars reaching 190 mph along Pennsylvania Avenue and Independence Avenue.
- IndyCar owner Roger Penske praised the initiative, saying, "President Trump has bestowed an incredible distinction upon our sport," while noting the event celebrates the country's independence.
- Beyond the race, the Freedom 250 initiative includes the 2026 Patriot Games, an athletic competition featuring challenges designed to test strength, speed, leadership, and resilience.
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Donald Trump welcomed champion race car drivers to the White House ahead of the first-ever "Freedom 250 Grand Prix" in Washington, D.C., to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.
Trump hosts top IndyCar racers to promote DC streetrace
President Donald Trump speaks at a Freedom 250 Grand Prix showcase on West Executive Avenue between the West Wing of the White House and the Eisenhower Executive Office Building on July 13, 2026, as, from left to right, 2026 Indianapolis 500 winner Felix Rosenqvist, reigning IndyCar series champion Álex Palou and Freedom 250 Grand Prix Chairman Bud Denker look on. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images) WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump enlisted…
President Trump Participates in a Freedom 250 Grand Prix Showcase
President Trump had fun today with a highlight for the upcoming Freedom 250 Grand Prix event to be held in Washington DC. The DC race is scheduled for August 22 and 23. Full Event Video Below: Posted in Celebrations, Donald Trump, Freedom 250 Sharemore
IndyCar Crew Wows President Trump with 6-Second Pit Stop Outside White House * The Gateway Pundit * by Cristina Laila
President Trump participated in a Freedom 250 Grand Prix showcase as the Trump Administration prepares to hold the first-ever IndyCar race on the National Mall next month. The post IndyCar Crew Wows President Trump with 6-Second Pit Stop Outside White House appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
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