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Fourth Artist Quits D.C. Concert Over Politics
29 May
Summary
- Martina McBride withdrew from Freedom 250 concert.
- Artists cite political concerns with the event.
- Vanilla Ice confirmed to perform as others exit.
Martina McBride announced her withdrawal from the "Freedom 250" concerts on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on Thursday night. She stated she was misled about the event's nonpartisan nature. McBride joins Morris Day, Young MC, and the Commodores, who also pulled out in the days following the concert series announcement.
Fans have expressed concerns that the concerts, produced by an organization founded by Donald J. Trump, carry a political agenda despite claims of being nonpartisan. McBride stated her decision was due to learning the event was not what she was initially presented with.
Fellow artists like Ashley McBryde and Sheryl Crow have offered support for McBride's decision. Vanilla Ice, however, has confirmed his participation, with his manager stating he is contracted and proud to celebrate America's 250th Anniversary.
