President Trump Issues Statement on Daytona 500
February 17, 2026
February 17, 2026
WASHINGTON, Feb. 17 -- President Trump issued the following statement on Feb. 15, 2026, on the Daytona 500:
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As we await the roar of engines at the starting line of the Daytona 500, we celebrate the "Great American Race" as an iconic showcase of our Nation's ingenuity, competitive spirit, and proud tradition of excellence.
Throughout our Nation's 250-year history, Americans have pushed boundaries, built boldly, and steered our count . . .
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As we await the roar of engines at the starting line of the Daytona 500, we celebrate the "Great American Race" as an iconic showcase of our Nation's ingenuity, competitive spirit, and proud tradition of excellence.
Throughout our Nation's 250-year history, Americans have pushed boundaries, built boldly, and steered our count . . .