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Trump Orders First IndyCar Street Race in Washington for America 250

The order sets a two-week deadline for federal agencies to map a National Mall route with expedited permits.

Apr 14, 2023; Long Beach, California, USA; Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing driver Graham Rahal (15) of United States leads a group during practice at Long Beach Street Circuit. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
U.S. President Donald Trump greets prominent figures from the NASCAR Cup Series, NTT IndyCar Series, and IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 9, 2025. REUTERS/Nathan Howard/File Photo
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Donald Trump signed an executive order for the Freedom 250 race at Washington, DC.

Overview

  • IndyCar confirmed the Freedom 250 as the 18th event on the 2026 calendar, with the Aug. 23 race awarding championship points and airing on FOX.
  • The race weekend is scheduled for Aug. 21–23 near the National Mall, and officials say the event will be free to the public.
  • The executive order directs the Interior and Transportation departments to choose a course within about 14 days and to issue required approvals quickly.
  • Legal constraints over sponsor advertising on Capitol grounds remain unresolved, with some analysts saying congressional sign-off may be needed while the White House argues it is not.
  • Route details, safety and security plans, and funding arrangements have not been released, with federal agencies and D.C. officials set to coordinate with IndyCar and the event promoter.