Donald Trump made history when he became the first sitting president to attend the Super Bowl just a week ago. Another major sporting event is on tap for the 47th president this weekend.
Trump is set to attend the Daytona 500 on Sunday, with his arrival timed for just before the green flag, per the Daytona Beach News-Journal.
Trump has attended the Daytona 500 before, as he served as the race’s grand marshal in 2020, with the presidential car serving as the pace car at the start of the race.
Here’s what you need to know about Trump’s status for the Daytona 500.
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Is Donald Trump at the Daytona 500?
Trump is set to attend the Daytona 500, according to the Daytona Beach News-Journal.
Still, the presidential schedule can change on a dime, so Trump’s appearance won’t be a guarantee until he arrives in Daytona. Weather is also a factor, as the race was moved up one hour to 1:30 p.m. due to rain in the forecast. But Trump won’t be traveling far, as he’s expected to be coming from Mar-a-Lago in West Palm Beach.
Barring a major change, though, Trump is set to make his second appearance at the Daytona 500.
Why is Donald Trump at the Daytona 500?
Trump hasn’t commented on his potential Daytona 500 appearance, but his presence at major sporting events is not out of character.
Trump has attended Super Bowl 59 and the Army-Navy Game since his election in November, and he’s attended numerous college football games over the last decade — including five Army-Navy games and the national championship game in January 2020.
The Daytona 500 is not only a premier event for NASCAR, but it’s local for Trump, who will be spending the weekend at his Mar-a-Lago residence in West Palm Beach.
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Who is watching the Daytona 500 with Donald Trump?
There is no word yet on who Trump might bring with him to the Daytona 500, beyond the Secret Service, but he typically has a large contingent of allies at sporting events.
At Super Bowl 59, Trump watched the game with his daughter, grandson, daughter-in-law, Speaker Mike Johnson, two U.S. Senators and Saints owner Gayle Benson, among others.
