Trump Hosts IndyCar Drivers
Trump welcomed IndyCar drivers to the White House ahead of a planned National Mall race.
July 13, 2026 · Updated Jul 13, 9:00pm ET
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What happened
President Donald Trump announced the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, a free two-day IndyCarIndyCar Seriesauto racing series held in North America street race scheduled for Aug. 22 and Aug. 23 in Washington as part of events marking the 250th anniversary of American independence. The course is set to run through central D.C., including Pennsylvania Avenue and around the National Mall, with portions of the city shut down for the event. Trump hosted top IndyCar drivers and motorsports figures at a White House showcase ahead of the race.
