Source: Fortune
Summary
The Great American State Fair, a celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, has seen several musical guests back out due to ties to President Donald Trump. Trump will now headline the event, which is organized by Freedom 250, a group launched by Trump and led by a former State Department appointee. Some artists, including Bret Michaels and Martina McBride, dropped out after being misled about the event’s theme or being wary of being caught up in a political fight. Others, such as Vanilla Ice and Flo Rida, will still attend.
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The announcement sounds familiar.
Trump takes the stage, literally. The Great American State Fair loses artists due to Trump ties, then Trump becomes the main attraction. Freedom 250, launched by Trump, insists the event is nonpartisan. Artists like Vanilla Ice and Flo Rida are still on board, while others like Bret Michaels and Martina McBride exit. The event’s theme seems to be a point of contention. Trump’s involvement is no surprise, given his history of inserting himself into high-profile events. The event’s organizers seem to be downplaying the controversy.
Author: Evan Null
