Milli Vanilli and Morris Day have announced they will not perform at 'The Great American State Fair' in Washington's National Mall, which is associated with the Freedom 250 organization linked to former President Donald Trump. This decision follows the announcement of the event's first wave of performers. Jodie Rocco, a member of Milli Vanilli, stated that neither she nor her sister Linda Rocco had been asked to perform, expressing surprise at their inclusion in the lineup. Morris Day and Young MC also issued statements on social media clarifying their non-participation and questioning the event's nonpartisan nature. Freedom 250, launched by Trump, aims to celebrate the United States' 250th birthday and has appointed Keith Krach as its CEO. Other artists scheduled to perform at the event include the Commodores, Flo Rida, and Martina McBride, with Vanilla Ice confirmed to attend.
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Milli Vanilli and Morris Day Decline to Perform at Freedom 250 Event
Milli Vanilli and Morris Day have declined to perform at 'The Great American State Fair' in Washington, D.C., organized by the Freedom 250 group associated with Donald Trump. Statements from the artists indicated they were surprised by their inclusion in the lineup and questioned the event's political implications. The fair is set to take place from June 25 to July 10.
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Milli Vanilli and Morris Day Decline to Perform at Freedom 250 Event