WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 23: U.S. President Donald Trump waves the green flag to start the race with first lady Melania Trump and Donald Trump Jr. at the NTT INDYCAR Series on August 23, 2026 in Washington, DC. U.S. President Donald Trump established the Freedom 250 Grand Prix weekend as part of the yearlong celebration of America's 250th anniversary. (Photo by Doug Mills - Pool/Getty Images)