Trump launches 250th anniversary fair, promising that America is back

Trump opened the Great American State Fair on the National Mall to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, delivering a rallying speech that cast the moment as a return to strength and sovereignty. The kickoff featured military flyovers and patriotic performances, with the event running June 25–July 10 and showcasing 150 exhibits from all 56 states and territories, plus plans for anniversary projects and a large Fourth of July celebration; Trump touted DC improvements and framed the occasion as the start of a new era for America.