WATCH: IndyCar hosts Freedom 250 Grand Prix news conference ahead of Washington race
The race, scheduled for Aug. 22 and 23, is the latest — and the fastest — of the major events President Donald Trump has hosted against the backdrop of America's 250th birthday.
The Freedom 250 Grand Prix, an IndyCar event, is scheduled to take place on August 22 and 23 in Washington. According to the Associated Press, the race cars participating in the event can reach speeds of nearly 200 mph.
The event is part of the celebrations for America's 250th birthday, and US President Donald Trump has been directly involved in its preparation, having signed an executive order in January to make the race happen.
The 1.7-mile course will loop around several landmarks, including the National Archives, National Gallery of Art, and Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, as reported by The Hill. A briefing on Capitol Hill will cover safety protocols, travel information, and other details of the event.
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