President Donald Trump on Wednesday night officially kicked off the nation's nearly two-week-long 250th birthday celebrations with the Great American State Fair on the National Mall.

The state fair was modeled after world fairs and features 150 exhibits from “all 56 states and territories, businesses, innovators, and civic organizations." It also includes a rodeo, a massive Ferris wheel and several food vendors.

"Under our leadership, America will also be a nation that dares to dream and to build again," Trump said in his remarks. "For the 100th anniversary of our founding in 1876, America completed the Washington Monument and work began on the Statue of Liberty. For the 200th year, we built the National Air and Space Museum and renovated the U.S. Capitol. 

"For our 250th Anniversary, we are likewise building new monuments to American Greatness," he continued. "To serve every future president and First Lady, we are building the most beautiful ballroom anywhere in the world right at the White House, and just across the bridge in front of Arlington Cemetery we are building a totally magnificent Triumphal Arc to honor the 250-Year Triumph of the American Spirit.

"Tonight, right here on our National Mall, we are beginning the most unforgettable birthday party any country has ever seen. This evening, it is my honor to officially kick off the celebration with the Great American State Fair," he added.

The president also took a moment to wish Team USA "good luck" during their match against Turkey on Thursday as part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which the U.S. is hosting alongside Canada and Mexico. 

Trump additionally pushed to unite the country this Fourth of July, highlighting the nation's shared legacy as one of the "most incredible [countries] to ever grace the earth."

"This is our history, and this is the destiny of America to be the greatest, most incredible country ever to grace the earth," Trump said in his remarks.

“We are one people, one nation, marching into one magnificent future under our great American flag that we love and respect so much."

The Great American State Fair will run until July 10.

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