Trump Floats Replacing State Fair Concert With Rally Featuring Him

President Donald Trump is considering transforming a major Washington, D.C., event into a massive political rally after several performers backed out of a planned concert celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.

Advertisement Among the most prominent names to withdraw was country music star Martina McBride, who said she felt misled about the nature of the event.

In a lengthy Instagram statement, McBride said she originally believed she had agreed to perform at a nonpartisan celebration honoring all 50 states.