Trump’s Final IndyCar Race in D.C. | Pierre News

In a dazzling spectacle on Washington D.C.’s National Mall, President Trump launched the Freedom 250 Grand Prix — the first IndyCar race ever held in the nation’s capital — as part of his 250th anniversary celebration. With over 25 drivers blasting past at 190 mph on a 1.66-mile street circuit, the event featured military flyovers including a B-2 bomber and Air Force One, drawing thousands of fans who snagged tickets via lottery or splurged on VIP packages. Attendees like Jackie and Scott Cunningham from Salt Lake City raved about the unforgettable experience, while behind the scenes, drivers and crews trained rigorously for the physical demands of high-speed street racing. Funded largely by private donors with Penske as the lead sponsor, this historic race stood apart from the official America250 commission — though it did receive some federal backing through a Republican bill. 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/03d4ed9ba3824534