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Celebrating American Greatness with American Motor Racing

Date: 2026-01-30

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: whitehouse

Action areas: ceremonial, infrastructure, public-safety

The order directs the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Transportation to designate a route for an INDYCAR street race, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, in Washington, D.C. within 14 days. The route should showcase the city and celebrate the 250th anniversary of America's independence. The secretaries are also instructed to expedite all necessary permits and approvals for the event, and ensure that roads, trails, or bridges used for the race are properly maintained.