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Washington, D.C. Street Race: Federal Agencies Set Route and Fast-Track Permits

Celebrating American Greatness with American Motor Racing

about 2 months ago·View on White House

Key Points

  • Trump orders Interior and Transportation to plan a new INDYCAR street race near the National Mall called the Freedom 250 Grand Prix.
  • Interior and Transportation must pick a race route through Washington, D.C. within 14 days, aimed at highlighting national monuments for America’s 250th birthday.
  • Federal agencies are told to speed up permits and approvals so planning and setup can move quickly, working with the D.C. mayor as needed.
  • Transportation is directed to use available funds to help support the event, as allowed by law and budget limits.
  • Federal officials are also told to help allow approved drone and aerial filming to improve viewing, while protecting nearby government facilities.
TransportationInfrastructure

Political Response

2 Articles

news_articleCenter Left

Critics: Trump's Freedom250 is 'pay-for-play,' lacks transparency

news_articleCenter Left

Trump order envisions Grand Prix-style car race around D.C. monuments

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Executive Order

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Celebrating American Greatness with American Motor Racing

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