Key facts
- President Donald Trump announced a rally in Washington D.C. for June 24th.
- The rally is to celebrate America's 250th anniversary.
- Trump described the event as a 'rally to end all rallies.'
- The rally replaces the 'Freedom 250' concerts.
- Several artists withdrew from the 'Freedom 250' concerts.
President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he will hold a rally in Washington, D.C., on June 24th at 7 P.M. to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary. He described the event as a 'rally to end all rallies,' featuring guest speakers and musical performances. This rally is set to replace the planned 'Freedom 250' concerts, which are part of the Great American State Fair, a festival running from June 25 to July 10 on the National Mall. The concert lineup faced significant withdrawals, with artists like Martina McBride, Bret Michaels, Young MC, The Commodores, and Morris Day pulling out. However, Vanilla Ice has reaffirmed his commitment to perform. Trump stated that the event would feature 'the Greatest Music ever played' and would not include 'singers with no talent, but big fees to put you to sleep.' Lee Greenwood is slated to introduce Trump and perform 'God Bless the U.S.A.', while opera singer Christopher Macchio and various military bands and choirs are also scheduled to perform.