Overview
- Punchbowl News reported that Sean Duffy is advocating an August IndyCar event looping the National Mall as part of the 250th anniversary celebrations.
- A Department of Transportation spokesperson promoted the concept as a chance to celebrate, showcase the Mall, and drive significant tourism revenue.
- Reporting described a course starting at the Supreme Court, passing the Lincoln Memorial, with pit operations by the Reflecting Pool.
- The plan would need Congress to waive restrictions tied to advertising on Capitol grounds, and early reactions point to political and logistical hurdles.
- IndyCar has no Washington, D.C., race on its published August schedule, and outlets said the series had not responded to requests for comment.