During a recent appearance on CNN, Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum attempted to downplay the political implications of the upcoming Freedom 250 concert, which celebrates the U.S.'s 250th anniversary. This comes after President Donald Trump expressed frustration over the withdrawal of several musical acts, labeling them as 'third rate.' Nearly half of the original lineup, including notable artists like Martina McBride and Bret Michaels, pulled out, citing misleading information about the event's nonpartisan nature. Despite the chaos, some performers like Vanilla Ice remain committed, promoting the festival as a celebration of fun and dancing. In response to the cancellations, Trump suggested hosting his own rally, claiming he is the 'Number One Attraction anywhere in the World.' Burgum, while acknowledging the situation, redirected the conversation to Trump's plans for renovating Washington D.C.'s monuments, emphasizing the need for a revitalized capital.