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Critics slam the president for making the national celebrations all about himself.
When celebrity headliners backed out of America’s 250th birthday festival, a major scheduling void opened up.
Performers like The Commodores, Young MC, and Bret Michaels have all cancelled their appearances at the Freedom 250 Great American State Fair, according to People.
Instead of letting the slots stay empty, the now 80-year-old Donald Trump has decided to build his own stage.
On Monday, he officially confirmed his alternative plans on Truth Social. He announced that the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument will host “the most spectacular TRUMP RALLY” on July 4, calling it a “TRIBUTE TO AMERICA”.
The scheduled program promises heavy military participation, airshows, and a curated soundtrack.
He wrote: “This ensemble will be the largest formation of Joint Military Music and Ceremonial performances in history.”
He also promised a dramatic finale, claiming he would launch the “LARGEST FIREWORKS SHOW IN HISTORY” right in the capital.
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Fierce political backlash
The sudden announcement immediately triggered sharp criticism from political opponents. Critics argue that the president is using a unifying national holiday for personal branding.
Republicans against Trump posted a screenshot of Trump’s post and simply stated: “There’s no bottom.”
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The Lincoln Project commented: “The gathering on the National Mall on July 4 is now being called a ‘TRUMP RALLY’. Because any moment that should be for you, America, he has to make about himself”.
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