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Trump’s Motorcade Drives Around Track at Daytona 500: ‘This is Your Favorite President’

by Sandra Rhodes
February 17, 2025 at 9:52 am
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Trump’s Motorcade Drives Around Track at Daytona 500: ‘This is Your Favorite President’

DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 16: U.S. President Donald Trump stands on the grid during pre-race ceremonies prior to the NASCAR Cup Series Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on February 16, 2025 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

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President Donald Trump likes a good race — whether it be one for the presidency or the Daytona 500.

And, as it turns out, race fans like Trump, who was accompanied by his granddaughter, Carolina.

That was evident Sunday as Trump became the first sitting president to go to two Daytona 500 races at Daytona International Speedway. The first race he attended was in February 2020, per Fox News.

Cheers could be heard as Air Force One landed at Daytona International Airport. Those cheers grew as Trump’s motorcade entered the Daytona International Speedway.

“This iconic race showcases the fastest, most fearless drivers in motorsports, who represent our Nation’s love of tradition, competition, and automotive innovation,” Trump said in statement before his arrival. “The Daytona 500 brings together people from all walks of life—from lifelong racing fans to first-time spectators—they all join in celebrating a shared passion for speed, adrenaline, and the thrill of the race. 

“From the roar of the engines on the track to the echo of ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’ soaring through the stands, the Daytona 500 is a timeless tribute to the speed, strength, and unyielding spirit that make America great. That spirit is what will fuel America’s Golden Age, and if we harness it, the future is truly ours.”

The president rode around the track and talked with NASCAR drivers and legendary racer Richard Petty.

Trump also went on the radio to urge the drivers to have fun and be safe as his limousine led the drivers on two ceremonial laps.

“This is your favorite president. I’m a big fan. I am a really big fan of you people. How you do this I don’t know, but I just want you to be safe,” Trump said, per the Associated Press. “You’re talented people and you’re great people and great Americans. Have a good day, have a lot of fun and I’ll see you later.”

He thanked U.S. military members in his statement.

“Since the very beginning, NASCAR has carried forth a proud tradition of honoring our heroic Service members for their unwavering courage,” Trump added. “While fans from around the world gather today at Daytona International Speedway, we extend our unending gratitude to the selfless men and women in uniform who risk their lives to keep us safe. When the engines start or the checkered flag waves, and all 500 thrilling miles in between, our Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, Coast Guardsmen, and Guardians stand ready to defend cherished traditions like this—and for that, we are truly thankful. Melania and I send our best wishes for a safe and successful race. May God bless our Armed Forces, and may He continue to bless the United States of America.”

Check out the video below:

President @realDonaldTrump addresses the drivers before the 2025 Daytona 500. pic.twitter.com/DP9hXWjDpm

— FOX: NASCAR (@NASCARONFOX) February 16, 2025

Trump arriving at the Daytona 500 hand in hand with his granddaughter is another example of him integrating and humanizing children in public.

Normalize this.

View children as blessings, not burdens. pic.twitter.com/SiK2Sy7tCE

— Anna Lulis (@annamlulis) February 16, 2025

Trump was also at the Super Bowl when the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs. Trump was the first sitting president to attend a Super Bowl.

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IJR, Contributor Writer She was a Story Editor for Indpendent Journal Review since November 2022 and has written for IJR since February 2024. She has been in the newspaper business in various capacities since 1998.

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