With Bret Michaels’ Exit, Almost All of the Talent Has Dropped Out of Trump’s Freedom 250 Concert Series
Bret Michaels and The Commodores have withdrawn from the Freedom 250 concert series, which is intended to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Michaels cited safety concerns and a shift in the event's tone as reasons for his departure. The Commodores also expressed their desire to remain politically neutral and not affiliate with any political party.
- ▪Bret Michaels announced his exit from the Freedom 250 concert series due to safety concerns and a divisive atmosphere.
- ▪The Commodores joined a list of artists, including Young MC and Martina McBride, who have also dropped out of the event.
- ▪The concert series is scheduled to take place from June 25 to July 10 on the National Mall in Washington D.C.
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Bret Michaels performing. Christian Petersen/Getty Images Share on Facebook Share on X Google Preferred Share to Flipboard Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Send an Email Print the Article Post a Comment Bret Michaels and The Commodores have become the latest musical acts to drop out of the upcoming Freedom 250 concert series in Washington, D.C. as plans for President Donald Trump’s patriotic event continue to fall apart. “Unfortunately, what was presented to us as a celebration of our country has evolved into something much more divisive than what I agreed to be a part of.
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