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IndyCar on Pennsylvania Avenue | Durham News
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They’re planning a jaw-dropping IndyCar race on Pennsylvania Avenue in D.C. — speeds up to 200 mph, massive steel walls, Secret Service metal detectors, and federal help for everything from permits to beer sales. President Trump’s “Freedom 250 Grand Prix” aims to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with patriotic flair, though historians note it skirts deep historical roots. The track weaves through the Capitol and Washington Monument, demanding tight maneuvers over raw speed, with 280K lottery applicants vying for 130K seats. Comparisons are drawn to Jefferson’s 1801 festivities — which may or may not have included actual races. One organizer admits: “It might be the only one.”
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