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Trump ‘livid’ over crowd size at National Mall state fair, report says: ‘Who thought this was a good idea?’
The Independent • • nation
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump became “livid” after seeing aerial photos showing sparse attendance at his Great American State Fair kickoff event on the National Mall, prompting White House officials to remove related social media posts.
- Trump claimed on Truth Social that the crowd was “packed to the brim” with at least 45,000 people, but media estimates indicated far fewer attendees.
- The fair, organized by Freedom 250—a group established by Trump despite an existing bipartisan commission—has faced multiple challenges, including musical acts dropping out, some states opting out, and poorly attended performances.
- White House officials are concerned that low turnout at the fair could foreshadow similar issues for Trump’s highly publicized July 4th event, which will include a “TRUMP RALLY” speech, fireworks, and military performances.
- Precautionary measures for the July 4th event include ticket sales to fill viewing areas, but officials remain uncertain about actual attendance amid criticisms of event timing and planning.
