The Trump administration is bringing an IndyCar race to the National Mall in Washington as part of celebrations marking America's 250th birthday. For the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, speed limits will not apply to cars circling the Mall for one weekend only.
President Donald Trump is set to wave the green start flag for the open-wheel race on Sunday. Promoting the event at the White House, the president said the beautiful cars are going to make freedom roar like never before. The event reflects the president's increasing focus on ceremonial aspects in his second term.
The city's mayor expects the two-day racing extravaganza to draw upwards of 140,000 spectators. President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump have already made the short drive to the course.