Search results show the executive order (EO) published Jan 30, 2026 directing the Secretaries to designate a route within 14 days, but I could not find an official Department of the Interior or Department of Transportation announcement (press release, map, or named route) dated on or before 2026-02-13 that confirms the Secretaries formally designated a specific
Washington,
D.C. street circuit for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix. Reputable sources (White House EO, Federal Register, INDYCAR announcement) document the requirement and event planning; subsequent reporting through mid-February describes the planned August event and involvement of INDYCAR and Penske but does not cite an official designated route. Given the absence of verifiable, authoritative confirmation of the route designation as of 2026-02-13, the claim that the Secretaries completed the designation is not supported; the action appears to be in progress. Follow-up is recommended to check for a formal DOT/DOI designation or map after Feb 13.