Trump’s Great American State Fair Ridiculed Over Crowd Size
Forbes • • nation
Key Points:
- The Great American State Fair, a Trump-backed event celebrating the U.S. 250th birthday, began its 16-day run on the National Mall but has experienced low attendance, power outages, and controversy over Confederate flag displays.
- Observers noted a lackluster presence from some states, with Maine’s booth being empty and unmanned, highlighting overall sparse participation.
- Social media and media outlets widely criticized the fair for its small crowds, limited seating, and nearly empty food booths, with some calling it "virtually deserted" and "not very great."
- Attendees expressed mixed feelings, with some wishing for a more inclusive event, while noting the political undertones, such as a replica of Trump’s proposed Triumphal Arch, which drew comparisons to Germany.
- The fair, organized by Freedom 250 and featuring a speech by President Trump, faced artist withdrawals over concerns of partisanship, contradicting initial claims of a large live audience.
