Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Celebrates American Greatness with the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C.

President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order to establish the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C., the first-ever INDYCAR street race to be held in the nation’s capital. The event is a centerpiece of the "Freedom 250" celebrations honoring the 250th anniversary of American independence in 2026.

Key Details of the Race:

• • Location: The race route will be designated near the National Mall, specifically designed to showcase Washington, D.C.’s iconic national monuments.

  • Federal Coordination: The Departments of the Interior and Transportation are directed to expedite all necessary permits and approvals. The Secretary of Transportation is authorized to use available funds to facilitate the event.

  • Infrastructure & Media: The administration will coordinate with the Mayor of D.C. to ensure roads and bridges meet racing standards and work with the FAA to allow aerial photography and drone coverage of the event.

Significance and Motorsport Legacy:

• • National Celebration: The Grand Prix is intended to unite Americans through the lens of a "world-class" American sport, highlighting a century of INDYCAR history and legends like A.J. Foyt and Mario Andretti.

  • Innovation: The race will serve as a demonstration of American ingenuity in engineering and high-performance technology.

Part of the Broader "Freedom 250" Agenda:
The article frames the race as the fulfillment of a campaign promise to give the 250th anniversary a grand celebration. Other related initiatives mentioned include:

• • The Great American State Fair and the Patriot Games.

  • A UFC fight at the White House.

  • The restoration of the National Garden of American Heroes.

  • The construction of a new Independence Arch in Washington, D.C.

Conclusion:
By bringing INDYCAR to the National Mall, the Trump Administration aims to celebrate American history and achievement with a high-visibility event that combines tradition with modern technological power.