Cracks are forming in the MAGA-linked "Freedom 250" festival.
Marketed as a celebration of America's 250th anniversary, artists in the lineup are now withdrawing due to the event's increasingly politicized direction.
Morris Day denied involvement despite appearing in promotional materials, explicitly stating he would not perform, reports Bring Me The News.
Young MC, the rapper behind "Bust a Move," followed suit, announcing on X he informed his agents he would not participate. Young MC also revealed artists were never told about political involvement with the event, despite organizers claiming it was non-partisan.
The American rapper stated he hopes to perform in Washington D.C. at a future event "that is not so politically charged."
The festival, scheduled for the National Mall, originally featured performers including Vanilla Ice and Flo Rida. The artist departures raise questions about the event's credibility and appeal.
The "Freedom 250" Festival was described by SPIN magazine as "Trump-backed."
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