Trump Replacing ‘Great American State Fair’ With Rally After Performers Drop Out
President Donald Trump will replace the scheduled music performances at the 'Great American State Fair' with a rally after several artists dropped out. The decision follows the withdrawal of five out of nine acts, including notable performers like Bret Michaels and Martina McBride. Trump expressed his intention to deliver a major speech at the event, criticizing the departing artists for their high fees and lack of enthusiasm.
- ▪Trump announced his rally on Truth Social, suggesting he may take the place of the departing artists.
- ▪Five of the nine scheduled performers confirmed they would not attend the event, including Bret Michaels and Martina McBride.
- ▪Vanilla Ice is the only performer who has confirmed his attendance, while others have given mixed signals about their participation.
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BreakingBusinessTrump Replacing ‘Great American State Fair’ With Rally After Performers Drop OutByAntonio Pequeño IV,Forbes Staff. Pequeño is a breaking news reporter who covers tech and more.Follow AuthorMay 30, 2026, 04:51pm EDTToplinePresident Donald Trump will replace a slate of music artists scheduled to perform at the “Great American State Fair” with his own rally, The Washington Post reported, announcing the change after most performers booked for the event dropped out this week.Trump said his rally would replace the music performances.Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty ImagesKey FactsTrump said in a Truth Social post he may “take the place of these highly paid, Third Rate ‘Artists,’ and give a major speech.”The Post confirmed Trump’s decision to hold the rally, citing an adviser for…
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