Bret Michaels, Martina McBride drop out of 'Freedom 250' concert - UPI.com

Growing number of artists pull out of 250th anniversary celebration on National Mall

Five artists including Martina McBride and Bret Michaels pulled out of Freedom 250's National Mall concert, saying they were misled about its Trump administration ties. Political alignment is now a key risk variable in event partnerships and talent bookings.