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Morris Day Denies Freedom 250 Gig Amid Backlash
28 May
Summary
- Morris Day denies performing at Freedom 250 fair due to backlash.
- Other artists like Vanilla Ice and Flo Rida are also advertised.
- Freedom 250 fair organizers claim the event is nonpartisan.
Morris Day has denied any involvement in the "Great American State Fair" and "Freedom 250" event scheduled for June 27 on the National Mall. This denial follows significant fan backlash, with many believing the event is politically aligned with the Trump administration. Day stated on social media that he and The Time would not be performing.
Several other artists, including Vanilla Ice, Flo Rida, and Bret Michaels, were announced as performers. These artists have also faced criticism, with fans expressing concern over the event's perceived political ties. Organizers have described the fair as nonpartisan, aiming to celebrate the nation's 250th birthday.
The controversy extends to other advertised acts, such as Milli Vanilli and C+C Music Factory, raising questions about their current active status. The "Freedom 250" banner was previously associated with a religious event on the National Mall that some critics felt blurred church and state lines. As of May 28, 2026, other headlining artists have not commented.
This event is part of the larger Freedom 250 initiative, which describes itself as a national, non-partisan organization working with the White House Task Force 250. Despite the controversy, Day is still scheduled to perform at Paisley Park's Prince celebration on June 5.
