On Monday, July 13, 2026, President Donald Trump spent the afternoon previewing INDYCAR vehicles that will compete in a groundbreaking race through Washington, D.C. scheduled for August 22-23, 2026.

Standing outside the White House on Executive Avenue, Trump highlighted the unprecedented nature of the event, stating, "It will be an awesome display of American patriotism and raw horsepower ingenuity."

The race, named the America 250 Grand Prix, will feature INDYCAR racers capable of speeds exceeding 200 mph. The course is a 1.7-mile, seven-turn circuit with a 0.4-mile front stretch along Pennsylvania Avenue near the White House. Trump noted that cars will race more than 190 miles per hour down Pennsylvania Avenue and around the National Mall at speeds that would normally be illegal.

Roger Penske, a key figure in INDYCAR, announced that over 250,000 people have signed up to attend the historic event. The race is part of America's 250th celebration in the nation's capital, boosted by a two-week tribute to innovation from an iconic automaker.

During the preview, an INDYCAR pit stop was demonstrated for the president. Trump also shared a lighthearted moment joking about the upcoming race through the streets of Washington, D.C.

The event promises to be a unique showcase of American automotive excellence and patriotism.

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