President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump, along with relatives and several Cabinet members, are attending the Freedom 250 race in downtown Washington, DC, which has been converted into an IndyCar speedway. The race is the latest in a series of marquee events celebrating the nation’s 250th birthday.

A slice of Washington, D.C., will be transformed into an IndyCar race track this weekend for an event commemorating the U.S.'s 250th birthday.

Here is a first look at what downtown D.C. looks like ahead of the race in honor of the nation's 250th anniversary.

President Donald Trump will lead a ceremonial lap at an upcoming IndyCar race. This event is part of Washington's 250th anniversary festivities this weekend. The "Freedom 250…