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Colorado to join Trump's 250th state fair celebration

The Freedom 250 Great American State Fair will take place on the National Mall starting June 22, 2026. Photo: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images

Colorado's forests, culture and identity go on display in Washington, D.C., as the Great American State Fair opens Thursday on the National Mall.

Why it matters: The high-profile event is a centerpiece of the nation's 250th celebration — and Colorado's involvement has become a flashpoint in a broader debate over politics and patriotism.

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