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Donald Trump’s planned MAGA music festival has hit a snag as at least one performer has publicly withdrawn from the event.
Freedom 250 unveiled the lineup for the Great American State Fair on Instagram on Wednesday, May 28. While big-name MAGA supporters like Nicki Minaj and Kid Rock were missing from the roster, artists such as Vanilla Ice and Flo Rida were confirmed for the festival, set to take place on the National Mall in Washington, DC, from June 25 through July 10.
Among the initially listed performers was Morris Day and The Time. However, shortly after the announcement, Morris Day took to social media to clarify that his band would not be participating.
His Instagram post featured a straightforward message: “Contrary to rumor, Morris Day and The Time will not be performing at the ‘Great American State Fair.’” He captioned it simply, “It’s A No For Me.”
Fans quickly responded with relief and gratitude for the clarification. Comments ranged from “I just let out a giant sigh of relief” to “Thank God… I thought ol’ Morris was a red hatter.
Prayers brotha for setting this straight.” Others jokingly expressed eagerness to add the group back to their Spotify playlists.
Notably absent from the lineup is Kid Rock, whose real name is Robert James Ritchie. Though no official explanation was provided, Kid Rock is currently on his Rock The Country tour, with dates running through mid-September. His schedule includes stops in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, on June 27, Hastings, Michigan, on August 8, and Hamburg, New York, on September 12.
Freedom 250’s Instagram announcement billed the event as a star-studded celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, highlighting a diverse lineup including Martina McBride, Young MC, C+C Music Factory, Milli Vanilli, The Commodores, Bret Michaels, and more. The festival promises 16 days of performances representing all 56 states and territories on the National Mall.
As the Great American State Fair approaches, it remains to be seen whether additional lineup changes will occur amid the ongoing political and cultural tensions surrounding the event.