Martina McBride Becomes Fourth Performer to Withdraw From D.C. Concert Series as Backlash to Trump-Backed ‘Freedom 250’ Grows
Martina McBride has withdrawn from the 'Freedom 250' concert series in Washington, D.C., becoming the fourth artist to do so amid backlash over its political ties. She expressed disappointment after discovering the event was not as nonpartisan as initially presented. Other artists, including Morris Day and the Commodores, have also pulled out due to similar concerns.
- ▪Martina McBride announced her withdrawal from the 'Freedom 250' concerts on social media.
- ▪She stated that the event was misleadingly presented as nonpartisan.
- ▪McBride is the fourth artist to drop out, joining Morris Day and the Commodores.
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Home Music News May 28, 2026 6:56pm PT Martina McBride Becomes Fourth Performer to Withdraw From D.C. Concert Series as Backlash to Trump-Backed ‘Freedom 250’ Grows By Chris Willman Plus Icon Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic ChrisWillman Latest The Commodores Become Latest Act to Ditch ‘Freedom 250’ Concerts in D.C. After Backlash Over Trump Ties 4 hours ago Gracie Abrams Announces 64-Date ‘Look at My Life’ International Arena Tour for Winter and Spring 2026-27 10 hours ago Morris Day Denies He’s Playing Controversial ‘Freedom 250’ Festival in D.C., After Fans Balk at His Advertised Participation: ‘It’s a No for Me’ 1 day ago See All Getty Images for Farrah Fawcett Country star Martina McBride has become the latest performer to back out of the upcoming “Freedom…
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