Trump kicks off the Great American State Fair after musicians pulled out (opens original article in a new tab)

President Trump addressed the kickoff of the Great American State Fair, celebrating America's 250th anniversary and promoting his policies, while facing criticism over the event's political nature and maintenance issues at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.

• President Trump spoke at the kickoff of the Great American State Fair, declaring 'America is back' and emphasizing his administration's achievements.
• Several musicians withdrew from the event due to concerns about its political nature, leading Trump to position himself as the event's headliner.
• Trump highlighted policies such as banning transgender medical procedures for children and addressing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool's condition, which has faced maintenance issues.