In a surprising turn of events, Milli Vanilli and Morris Day have publicly stated they will not be performing at the upcoming Freedom 250 event in Washington, D.C. This announcement came shortly after the event organizers listed them as part of the ‘first wave’ of performers for ‘The Great American State Fair’ scheduled for June and July.

Artists Dispute Involvement

Morris Day and Young MC took to social media to clarify their absence from the event, which is linked to former President Donald Trump. Milli Vanilli’s Jodie Rocco expressed shock at seeing the group’s name on the list, stating that neither she nor her sister Linda Rocco had been contacted about performing.

Freedom 250, a non-partisan organization founded by Trump to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday, has not responded to these claims. The organization is led by Keith Krach, who served as an under secretary of state during Trump’s first term.

Contentious Relationship with Music Community

This incident highlights the ongoing tensions between Trump and the music industry. Artists like Celine Dion, Elton John, and Guns ’N Roses have previously objected to their music being used at Trump events. Young MC questioned the nonpartisan nature of the event, expressing a desire to perform in a less politically charged environment.

Despite these withdrawals, the event will still feature performances by Vanilla Ice, the Commodores, Flo Rida, and Martina McBride. Vanilla Ice’s representative confirmed his participation, emphasizing the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary.

Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.