Some artists drop out of D.C. concert series for America's 250th anniversary shortly after lineup announced
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Key Points:
- Several artists initially announced for the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., have withdrawn or denied participation, including Morris Day and Young MC, citing concerns over the event's perceived political ties to President Trump.
- Milli Vanilli was also listed as a performer, but members of the group stated they were never contacted to participate, highlighting inaccuracies in the lineup.
- Vanilla Ice confirmed his attendance and expressed pride in celebrating America's 250th anniversary at the event scheduled for June 25 to July 10 on the National Mall.
- Freedom 250, the bipartisan nonprofit organizing the event, emphasizes that the initiative is nonpartisan and aims to unite Americans around the nation's 250th anniversary with cultural programming and exhibitions from all states and territories.
- The Great American State Fair will feature mainstage musical performances on select nights and a world fair-style celebration spanning from the U.S. Capitol to the Washington Monument.