- A plywood replica of a proposed victory arch, displayed at the Great American State Fair on the National Mall, is visibly deteriorating, with thick yellow material oozing from its structure.
- The miniature mock-up, intended to promote a 250-foot victory arch, has drawn widespread ridicule on social media for its cheap appearance and amateur construction.
- Critics noted the replica's sparse design and printed architectural features, which did not match official plans, and its surface appears warped and peeling due to warm weather.
- The Great American State Fair, celebrating America's 250th anniversary, has been plagued by numerous issues, including musical acts withdrawing, states declining participation, and low attendance figures.
- Despite widespread criticism and photographic evidence of thin crowds and structural problems, Donald Trump has publicly hailed the fair as a complete success.
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