President Donald J. Trump and the First Lady will attend Sunday's Daytona 500. He becomes the third sitting U.S. President to attend the 500.
Daytona International Speedway president Chip Wile made the announcement Thursday morning. Trump and his wife are expected to fly into Daytona International Airport, which adjoins the Speedway, on Air Force One.“The Daytona 500 is one of the greatest events in sports and the prestigious season-opening event to the NASCAR Cup Series. Daytona International Speedway has been privileged to have hosted several sitting Presidents of the United States over our history.
Trump will become the second sitting U.S. President to attend the Daytona 500. President George W. Bush attended the 2004 running of the 500.
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