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Trump kicks off the Great American State Fair after musicians pulled out
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Henry J. Gomez | NBC News , as published by NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· June 24, 2026
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Key takeaway He mentioned the US approaching its 250th year.
President Donald Trump recently kicked off the Great American State Fair. The event began after some musicians pulled out of their scheduled performances. Trump used the occasion to deliver a speech, during which he expressed his enthusiasm for the state of the country.
He mentioned the US approaching its 250th year. Further details about the event and Trump's speech are available from NBC Los Angeles . The station has more information about the Great American State Fair and the president's remarks.
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Category: local Published: June 24, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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