Freedom 250: IndyCar race returns to Washington DC

Ambassador Monica Crowley joins 'Mornings with Maria' to discuss the upcoming IndyCar Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington D.C. She details the economic benefits and the historic significance of the race.

The IndyCar Freedom 250 Grand Prix brings high-speed excitement to Washington D.C. this weekend. Ambassador Monica Crowley reveals that over one million spectators are expected to watch twenty-five race cars reach speeds up to 190 mph. Crowley notes this marks the first major race in the capital since 1801, showcasing American pride and soft power diplomacy.