Patriot Games: Trump’s ‘freedom finale’ to celebrate 250 is … a school sports day

TL;DR

The Patriot Games in Ohio were presented as a national athletic competition celebrating American spirit, determination, and excellence.
Events included catching a tennis ball, tug-of-war, and throwing basketballs through hoops, described as similar to a children's sports day.
120 participants aged 14-17 competed for $250,000 in college scholarships.
Donald Trump attended the finale, which featured pyrotechnics and a ninja warrior-style obstacle course called the 'freedom finale'.
Critics suggested the games were part of Donald Trump's efforts to brand the US's 250th anniversary and put himself at the forefront of celebrations.

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