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senseandsensibility

(25,682 posts)
Sun May 31, 2026, 03:34 PM Yesterday

OMG I guess he's really going to do it, according to CNN

Trump to Host Ceremony After Artists Bail on 250th Anniversary Concerts is the chyron on CNN. Supposedly he confirmed one to one of their reporters that he is going to be the headliner now. Didn't tell them how he's going to fill the time after he does his two fisted robotic "dance" for the few seconds he seems to be capable of.

I really didn't think that even he would have that little self awareness and that big of an ego. Yeah, he said he was bigger than Elvis and doesn't even have to play guitar (as if he could do that or anything else) but I thought it was like everything that comes out of his mouth. Nonsense.

Sounds like this one man extravaganzas is going to make that birthday military parade look like a popular fan favorite. What a disaster. What an embarrassment.

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OMG I guess he's really going to do it, according to CNN (Original Post) senseandsensibility Yesterday OP
I certainly hope the stress of this doesn't overload his system in a bad way. Irish_Dem Yesterday #1
indeed, that would be TERRIBLE LymphocyteLover Yesterday #3
Seriously, I can not imagine anything less entertaining senseandsensibility Yesterday #4
If he keels over that would be entertaining. Irish_Dem Yesterday #9
Perhaps... 2naSalit Yesterday #14
It would be a fitting end to an evil and infamous career. Irish_Dem Yesterday #18
As the booming fireworks crescendo colorfully lights up the night sky. Harker Yesterday #40
Well, his epstein-class of billionaires and stupid sycophantic cultists do love him... Justice matters. Yesterday #45
They don't love him. He is easy to manipulate. Onthefly 5 hrs ago #94
Best 4th of July ever! travelingthrulife 21 hrs ago #80
Not just bragging, but whining. His 2 favorite things to do. wnylib Yesterday #19
I want him to order his entire cabinet to attend slingsam 21 hrs ago #82
and having to stand there all five hours in ill-fitting shoes! MIButterfly 8 hrs ago #91
The more vigorous enthusiasm he shows, the better it is for his health. eppur_se_muova Yesterday #13
Exactly. He needs to sing, dance, yell, get angry, laugh loudly, etc. Irish_Dem Yesterday #16
I think he could show everyone how virile he is by simply misanthrope 20 hrs ago #84
If the Orange Tyrant snorted coke up his left nostril and Adderall up his right nostril,... magicarpet 23 hrs ago #60
Yes Don Jr should get a good sized delivery on drugs for his dad. Irish_Dem 23 hrs ago #69
.... a birthday death gift for the Orange Fuhrer. magicarpet 23 hrs ago #71
Don Jr inherits all the Trump Crime family assets. Irish_Dem 23 hrs ago #72
Come on rain. dem4decades Yesterday #2
Please, won't someone think of the senseandsensibility Yesterday #6
And the pool of orange make up on the ground. dem4decades Yesterday #8
His new wig that he wears is water proof I bet. Irish_Dem Yesterday #10
YES! maddiemom Yesterday #51
You and I seem to be the only ones who have noticed it. Irish_Dem Yesterday #55
Okay, but why is the color changing every few days? senseandsensibility 22 hrs ago #77
I know, it is weird. Irish_Dem 21 hrs ago #81
Don't you mean hailstorm with frequent lightning? littlemissmartypants Yesterday #23
Not, not hail DBoon Yesterday #31
You mean one that will send him to hail? Wonder Why 23 hrs ago #57
OOohhh catchnrelease 23 hrs ago #61
I keep thinking of this scene, for some reason... GopherGal 5 hrs ago #96
Or at least some of that stifling hot, humid DC weather. Raven123 22 hrs ago #76
I hope it is the lowest rating of viewing on TV ever ! kimbutgar Yesterday #5
If that happens.. Escape Yesterday #26
So true!🤣😆 kimbutgar Yesterday #30
I want a beautiful, hot day because he'd blame the rain for the no shows Deuxcents Yesterday #7
While the gnats get a good taste of them. And share it around. eppur_se_muova Yesterday #22
Don't forget the bees Tree Lady Yesterday #32
LOLOLOLOL.... Faux pas Yesterday #11
That dance you speak of has an official name: The Jerking-Off Two Giraffes (nt) AZJonnie Yesterday #12
Well since it is going to be a circus anyway and the people will want something state of stupid Yesterday #33
At least the Romans got BREAD and circuses. Ray Bruns 8 hrs ago #90
A Donald Trump dementia fuelled political rally to celebrate America's 250th birthday. OGBuzz Yesterday #15
I thought you were gonna say BWdem4life Yesterday #17
If I would write down a scene for the moment when he publicly begins a massive downfall, Baitball Blogger Yesterday #20
There was NEVER a singular concert scheduled for June 25. Multiple concerts over about 2 weeks were planned. Wiz Imp Yesterday #21
Ladies and Gentlemen...the comedic stylings of Donny J. C_U_L8R Yesterday #24
Melania will recite Shakespearean selections... Ritabert Yesterday #27
LOL!!!! some_of_us_are_sane Yesterday #29
I heard that he fired the union electrician. usonian Yesterday #25
Maybe he'll reqiest a glass booth ala the 1961 Eichmann Trial 3825-87867 Yesterday #28
He will just ramble on endlessly about how bad he is treated and attack his enemies. doc03 Yesterday #34
And ain't nobody got time for that senseandsensibility Yesterday #36
Too many Republicans sure do. Karasu Yesterday #50
Even they are slowly losing interest in his nonsense senseandsensibility Yesterday #54
OMG I guess he's really going to do it, according to CNN saif Yesterday #35
This message was self-deleted by its author senseandsensibility Yesterday #41
;-{) LEADER OF THE BAND Goonch Yesterday #37
Live! From Washington! It's the Donald Trump Show! Buns_of_Fire Yesterday #38
I have just reced ... oldsoldierfadingfast Yesterday #39
That's the spirit! senseandsensibility Yesterday #43
I am a bit concerned. What if this is J6 2.0? Raine1967 Yesterday #42
Never to worry ... oldsoldierfadingfast Yesterday #52
I don't understand this response. Raine1967 23 hrs ago #56
In my opinion ... oldsoldierfadingfast 19 hrs ago #85
Exactly orangecrush 23 hrs ago #65
My reply #2 ... oldsoldierfadingfast 19 hrs ago #87
No one is counting votes that day misanthrope 14 hrs ago #88
How can any performer now say, Prairie_Seagull Yesterday #44
How much time will he spend wishing himself a Happy Birthday? Marie Marie Yesterday #46
Delusions of greatness. Trump talking to himself pwb Yesterday #47
I've got a fruit basket ready to travel ;) ;) n/t Cheezoholic Yesterday #48
If I were not living this nightmare I would never believe this is reality. Katinfl Yesterday #49
Too bad some other organization didn't think to Figarosmom Yesterday #53
Why isn't there a counter concert... lame54 23 hrs ago #58
Indivisible is promoting watch parties etc catchnrelease 23 hrs ago #66
Yep, I'm going to one of those parties. . . DinahMoeHum 22 hrs ago #78
the artists that bailed... they should have known better when they signed up BlueWaveNeverEnd 23 hrs ago #59
I hope he sings for two hours. C Moon 23 hrs ago #62
djt's voice as a singer is better than Dean Martins,.. magicarpet 23 hrs ago #70
:D C Moon 20 hrs ago #83
He's gonna throw Big Macs to the crowd. WestMichRad 23 hrs ago #63
He's going to incite a riot. orangecrush 23 hrs ago #64
Why Would Anbody Think... ProfessorGAC 23 hrs ago #67
Yes!!! BradBo 23 hrs ago #68
25th Ammendment, anyone?? Mr.Bee 23 hrs ago #73
It would be nice if he died onstage like that movie "The Rose". Crowman2009 22 hrs ago #74
Never fear... Hope22 22 hrs ago #75
Will be the largest attended event in history. czarjak 22 hrs ago #79
He'll attempt to sing ,"It's my party and I'll cry if I want to" BigmanPigman 19 hrs ago #86
It will be the ultimate MAGA rally full of his speeches of how great he is JohnnyRingo 8 hrs ago #89
Make it required watching for all of his donors nt lostnfound 6 hrs ago #92
Bigger than Elvis?..... Escape 6 hrs ago #93
Hopefully, he strokes out on stage. republianmushroom 5 hrs ago #95
He should sing Radiohead's "Creep" tonekat 5 hrs ago #97
This could be his "Lonesome Rhodes" moment rickford66 3 hrs ago #98
There will be nobody in the audience FakeNoose 3 hrs ago #99
Dance himself into cardiac arrest duckworth969 3 hrs ago #100
Elvis's largest crowd (number): 62,500. fierywoman 2 hrs ago #101
Where is Clint Eastwood when we really need him? bluedigger 2 hrs ago #102
He must indeed be demented snot 1 hr ago #103
Can he stand that long without falling over? Staying awake? Scalded Nun 1 hr ago #104
Just call him the CrAzY ole Man in the White House. COMWH. n/t Jacson6 1 hr ago #105

Irish_Dem

(82,714 posts)
1. I certainly hope the stress of this doesn't overload his system in a bad way.
Sun May 31, 2026, 03:37 PM
Yesterday

I think he should do five or six hours of the show.
All by himself.

senseandsensibility

(25,682 posts)
4. Seriously, I can not imagine anything less entertaining
Sun May 31, 2026, 03:39 PM
Yesterday

than trump bragging about himself for hours. And you know that's what it will end up being.

Irish_Dem

(82,714 posts)
9. If he keels over that would be entertaining.
Sun May 31, 2026, 03:48 PM
Yesterday

I know, can you imagine him going on and on for hours about how wonderful he is.
And how terrible everyone else in the world is to him.

His victim narrative along with all of his grandiosity.

2naSalit

(103,967 posts)
14. Perhaps...
Sun May 31, 2026, 03:55 PM
Yesterday

That's how it actually ends.

He can't accept that nobody likes him, he'll get up there all by himself and brag until he collapses and dies right there.

I'd watch that from a distance.

Harker

(18,221 posts)
40. As the booming fireworks crescendo colorfully lights up the night sky.
Sun May 31, 2026, 04:56 PM
Yesterday

I like it, and I don't care for fireworks.

Justice matters.

(10,123 posts)
45. Well, his epstein-class of billionaires and stupid sycophantic cultists do love him...
Sun May 31, 2026, 05:07 PM
Yesterday

Aside from them, yeah, nobody likes him.

eppur_se_muova

(42,625 posts)
13. The more vigorous enthusiasm he shows, the better it is for his health.
Sun May 31, 2026, 03:54 PM
Yesterday

If I were on X*, that's the advice I'd give him.

And fuel up with lots of greasy fast food for energy first. And RFKJ can find some contaminated water to boost his immune system.














*As if.

Irish_Dem

(82,714 posts)
16. Exactly. He needs to sing, dance, yell, get angry, laugh loudly, etc.
Sun May 31, 2026, 03:56 PM
Yesterday

Go on and on in the hot sun.

All of a stomach full of McDonald's food.
And Diet Coke.

misanthrope

(9,653 posts)
84. I think he could show everyone how virile he is by simply
Sun May 31, 2026, 09:13 PM
20 hrs ago

doing calisthenics onstage in the midday sun for about 20 minutes. It would shut up all the critics. They would probably be very, very scared then.

All those critics -- big, strong critics, muscular guys with rippling biceps that gleam in the sun like they're covered in sweat and oil -- would come to him, tears in their eyes and tell him, "Sir, now that I've seen what a superior physical specimen you are, I know you must be the greatest man who ever lived."

Show 'em, Donnie. We just know you can do it.

magicarpet

(19,500 posts)
60. If the Orange Tyrant snorted coke up his left nostril and Adderall up his right nostril,...
Sun May 31, 2026, 05:50 PM
23 hrs ago

.... he could do a 10 to 12 hour non-stop speech and dancing show.

With any luck he could have a birthday heart attack right on stage for all the world to witness.

Irish_Dem

(82,714 posts)
69. Yes Don Jr should get a good sized delivery on drugs for his dad.
Sun May 31, 2026, 06:12 PM
23 hrs ago

How thoughtful of him.

Irish_Dem

(82,714 posts)
10. His new wig that he wears is water proof I bet.
Sun May 31, 2026, 03:48 PM
Yesterday

His hair keeps getting bigger and bigger lately.

maddiemom

(5,208 posts)
51. YES!
Sun May 31, 2026, 05:17 PM
Yesterday

I see his hairpieces keep getting fuller and fuller. Thankfully the increasingly ridiculous comb over (or FORWARD) is gone.

Irish_Dem

(82,714 posts)
55. You and I seem to be the only ones who have noticed it.
Sun May 31, 2026, 05:25 PM
Yesterday

He started wearing a new hairpiece last month.
Then last week a bigger one.

Right the asinine comb over is gone.

But he is getting more bouffant by the day.

senseandsensibility

(25,682 posts)
77. Okay, but why is the color changing every few days?
Sun May 31, 2026, 07:13 PM
22 hrs ago

From red/gold, lighter gold to snow white. It's ridiculous.

Irish_Dem

(82,714 posts)
81. I know, it is weird.
Sun May 31, 2026, 07:42 PM
21 hrs ago

I think they must have quite a selection of the new wigs, and they are test driving them
to see which ones look better on camera. And inside and outside pictures and video.

And which ones Trump feels more handsome wearing.
I know I want to throw up on this one.

catchnrelease

(2,168 posts)
61. OOohhh
Sun May 31, 2026, 05:50 PM
23 hrs ago

Just thinking about all of that metal scaffolding and framework around the stage. It could be pretty dangerous in a thunder/lightning storm. It would be such a shame if.....well you all know.

kimbutgar

(27,614 posts)
5. I hope it is the lowest rating of viewing on TV ever !
Sun May 31, 2026, 03:40 PM
Yesterday

There is no way I will watch tv that day if he is on celebrating the destruction of our country that he has done!

Deuxcents

(27,853 posts)
7. I want a beautiful, hot day because he'd blame the rain for the no shows
Sun May 31, 2026, 03:46 PM
Yesterday

Nice hot and uncomfortable for the cult to get a taste of birthday boy’s eternal destination.

eppur_se_muova

(42,625 posts)
22. While the gnats get a good taste of them. And share it around.
Sun May 31, 2026, 04:03 PM
Yesterday

Maybe I should place a bet that Trmp 250 becomes a super-spreader event ....

Tree Lady

(13,403 posts)
32. Don't forget the bees
Sun May 31, 2026, 04:47 PM
Yesterday

After firing the scientists trying to save them, the bees should be nice and angry.

state of stupid

(211 posts)
33. Well since it is going to be a circus anyway and the people will want something
Sun May 31, 2026, 04:50 PM
Yesterday

to remember.... put a couple of real giraffes on stage with him and let him go to town
for real.

OGBuzz

(746 posts)
15. A Donald Trump dementia fuelled political rally to celebrate America's 250th birthday.
Sun May 31, 2026, 03:55 PM
Yesterday

I hope the universe will be watching.

Baitball Blogger

(52,764 posts)
20. If I would write down a scene for the moment when he publicly begins a massive downfall,
Sun May 31, 2026, 04:00 PM
Yesterday

this would be it. I just hope the microphone is on when he begins to lose control of his bowel movements.

Wiz Imp

(10,550 posts)
21. There was NEVER a singular concert scheduled for June 25. Multiple concerts over about 2 weeks were planned.
Sun May 31, 2026, 04:02 PM
Yesterday

Also, the concerts were under the banner of FREEDOM 250, a MAGA organization, NOT America 250. America 250 is non-partisan and the performers were led to believe that was who was sposoring the concerts. They backed out when they found out it was FREEDOM 250.

Original Schedule
Martina McBride | June 25
C+C Music Factory | June 26
Vanilla Ice | June 26
Milli Vanilli | June 26
Young MC | June 26
The Commodores | June 27
Morris Day and The Time | June 27
Flo Rida | July 2
Bret Michaels | July 3

C_U_L8R

(49,577 posts)
24. Ladies and Gentlemen...the comedic stylings of Donny J.
Sun May 31, 2026, 04:20 PM
Yesterday

Or perhaps he’ll sing? Juggle? Magic tricks? Contortionism?
Maybe he’ll just sit in front of a mirror for 90 minutes, admiring himself

Ritabert

(2,673 posts)
27. Melania will recite Shakespearean selections...
Sun May 31, 2026, 04:34 PM
Yesterday

"To be best or not to be best.....zat is ze question."

3825-87867

(2,026 posts)
28. Maybe he'll reqiest a glass booth ala the 1961 Eichmann Trial
Sun May 31, 2026, 04:35 PM
Yesterday

"trump's" 4 inch bullet proof glass, missile and flame proof and he can hope as he "drones" on and of it's that proof, also.
Plus full air conditioning, portapotty, Mikki D's food tray but a silent mic!
Then when he finishes, simply lock the booth 24/7...transport to either Epstein Island or the Zorro Ranch, set up a display...and charge for admission. On the side for a slight fee, you can get used Depends and dung to throw at the booth. Proceeds going to all our previous overseas friends.

senseandsensibility

(25,682 posts)
54. Even they are slowly losing interest in his nonsense
Sun May 31, 2026, 05:22 PM
Yesterday

when they can't afford the basics. Not fast enough, though. I think they are going to have to pay people to listen to that for hours in numbers big enough to look good on TV.

saif

(9 posts)
35. OMG I guess he's really going to do it, according to CNN
Sun May 31, 2026, 04:53 PM
Yesterday

Let’s wait for official confirmation—CNN reports still need context before jumping to conclusions.

Response to saif (Reply #35)

Buns_of_Fire

(19,236 posts)
38. Live! From Washington! It's the Donald Trump Show!
Sun May 31, 2026, 04:55 PM
Yesterday

Also featuring his wacky sidekick Stephen Miller and the Steven Cheung Dancers. Tonight's sketches: Someone takes a dump on Donald's Filet-O-Fish, Donald accidentally levels the Lincoln Memorial.

39. I have just reced ...
Sun May 31, 2026, 04:56 PM
Yesterday

everyone who has posted a reply as I am totally of the same mind as all of you. If anyone else posts a reply, let me know so I can rec you too!

senseandsensibility

(25,682 posts)
43. That's the spirit!
Sun May 31, 2026, 04:58 PM
Yesterday

If nothing else, we can get some laughs out of this. I still ridicule is underrated when it comes to trump.

Raine1967

(11,698 posts)
42. I am a bit concerned. What if this is J6 2.0?
Sun May 31, 2026, 04:57 PM
Yesterday

I'm not a pearl clutcher, but this is ripe for his malitia dudes to show up. I am not hearing about security or any other plans for the National Mall for any of this -- including the announced concerts that aren't happening.

52. Never to worry ...
Sun May 31, 2026, 05:20 PM
Yesterday

it will be only his Magats that will show up - his militia can fight them all they want to and I won't care. Will you?

Raine1967

(11,698 posts)
56. I don't understand this response.
Sun May 31, 2026, 05:34 PM
23 hrs ago

Some people aren't MAGA, nor militias that come to visit DC ALL THE TIME.

I care. I live in the region. Please further explain yourself.

85. In my opinion ...
Sun May 31, 2026, 09:35 PM
19 hrs ago

only Trump's militias and Magat's will hang around long enough to listen to his and his appointees speeches. Only if he can come up with some good performers will 'regular' people stay. Once the performers are done - they will be outa there leaving Trumpy and his crowd to have the venue all to themselves.
I have family and friends who live and/or work in the area and they are not worried.

87. My reply #2 ...
Sun May 31, 2026, 10:19 PM
19 hrs ago

Just because you are not hear about security doesn't mean that it isn't happening. On 6 Jan, the Capital was blind-sided.
ALL DC law enforcement officials will be well prepared for this event - with back-up from surrounding areas and the NG waiting in the wings.

misanthrope

(9,653 posts)
88. No one is counting votes that day
Mon Jun 1, 2026, 02:54 AM
14 hrs ago

Congress isn't scheduled to be in session that day -- the recess then runs July 3-12. Then how could it be a replay of Jan. 6?

Prairie_Seagull

(4,836 posts)
44. How can any performer now say,
Sun May 31, 2026, 05:02 PM
Yesterday

this is all about our country. Bullshit never was and most certainly is not now.

Marie Marie

(11,585 posts)
46. How much time will he spend wishing himself a Happy Birthday?
Sun May 31, 2026, 05:07 PM
Yesterday

Somebody has to - if not he himself then who? Not Melania. Me Me Me Me.

Figarosmom

(13,854 posts)
53. Too bad some other organization didn't think to
Sun May 31, 2026, 05:20 PM
Yesterday

Reserve a space in DC for an alternate fair or concert.

DinahMoeHum

(23,707 posts)
78. Yep, I'm going to one of those parties. . .
Sun May 31, 2026, 07:26 PM
22 hrs ago

. . .me and other Indivisible buddies in my area.

magicarpet

(19,500 posts)
70. djt's voice as a singer is better than Dean Martins,..
Sun May 31, 2026, 06:13 PM
23 hrs ago

.... and his man tool is bigger than Frank Sinatra's and Arnold Palmer's combined together. His current stage presents is 10X better than Elvis' during his younger years.

WestMichRad

(3,444 posts)
63. He's gonna throw Big Macs to the crowd.
Sun May 31, 2026, 05:55 PM
23 hrs ago

One lucky recipient will find a non-functional fake gold plated phone in his/her sandwich box!

BradBo

(1,070 posts)
68. Yes!!!
Sun May 31, 2026, 06:08 PM
23 hrs ago

Please, please, please Mr. President sir (with tears in my eyes) please headline the event and preform for hours and hours to entertain the American masses craving your glory!!!!!!

Crowman2009

(3,611 posts)
74. It would be nice if he died onstage like that movie "The Rose".
Sun May 31, 2026, 06:34 PM
22 hrs ago

Only difference being that unlike Bette Midler's character, most people watching on TV will cheer.

Hope22

(4,911 posts)
75. Never fear...
Sun May 31, 2026, 07:03 PM
22 hrs ago

They will hop him up on god knows what, ‘the debate cocktail’ one last time!! Do or die!! This is a disgusting fiasco!!

BigmanPigman

(55,646 posts)
86. He'll attempt to sing ,"It's my party and I'll cry if I want to"
Sun May 31, 2026, 09:45 PM
19 hrs ago

And the "non-fatty" military troops who are currently invited as props with not be singing Happy Birthday to him. I can guarantee that.

JohnnyRingo

(21,047 posts)
89. It will be the ultimate MAGA rally full of his speeches of how great he is
Mon Jun 1, 2026, 08:33 AM
8 hrs ago

...and how horrible "dumocrats" are
Any performer who signs on to this will be giving their endorsement fully to him. Not to America, not to the GOP, but to that one man .Get a room Kid Rock.

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