Good evening. This snapshot of stories and roundup is recommended just for you, based on your interests and reading history. | | | | A pit crew changes the tires of a racecar during a July 13 event at the White House to promote the Freedom 250 Grand Prix. (Julia Demaree Nikhinson/AP) | | | | | | | What to know Washington D.C. will host the Freedom 250 Grand Prix on Aug. 22-23, marking a first-of-its-kind auto race around the National Mall. Organized by Penske Corp., the event expects 140,000 attendees daily. Security and logistics are coordinated with local and federal agencies. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser hopes the race will boost D.C.'s economy. The event coincides with America's 250th birthday celebrations. Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed. | | | Opinion Carine Hajjar and Glenn Loury | | | | How was today's newsletter? | | | | | | | | |