Trump announces DC rally to celebrate America’s 250th birthday
The June 24 event will feature Lee Greenwood, Christopher Macchio and military bands after most planned performers withdrew over the concert’s political ties.
- Trump announced a rally in Washington, D.C. to celebrate America's 250th birthday, following reports that several artists withdrew from performing at the planned “Great American State Fair” on the National Mall.
- He said he does not want high-paid performers, writing on Truth Social that he prefers an event focused on attendees, speakers, and what he called “the Greatest Music ever played.”
- The rally's entertainment lineup will include country singer Lee Greenwood, tenor Christopher Macchio, the U.S. Army Band, the Armed Forces Choir, the U.S. Marine Band, and the Joint Armed Forces Chorus.
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