Trump Kicks Off Historic D.C. IndyCar Race | Little Rock News

Washington D.C. just hosted its first-ever IndyCar race, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, with President Trump and First Lady leading the ceremonial start in a presidential limo before waving the green flag. Cars roared past monuments at speeds nearing 200 mph, part of a year-long spectacle celebrating America’s 250th birthday — including UFC fights on the White House lawn and massive fireworks. The event packed pomp: a tenor sang the anthem, a bald eagle soared overhead, and Air Force One flew by fighter jets. Drama unfolded with a crash involving two American drivers — thankfully no injuries — while Kyle Kirkwood, 27, from Florida, claimed victory, calling it second only to the Indy 500 in significance. Behind the scenes, Roger Penske, who pushed for this race for two decades, helped make it happen — even welding over 200 manhole covers to prep the streets. As Congress eyes making it annual, critics question whether the president’s focus on spectacle distracts from pressing economic and global challenges. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/06e68004561dd026