The U.S. celebrated the Army's 250th anniversary with a large military parade in Washington, D.C., coinciding with President Trump's 79th birthday, amid controversy over its politicization and cost, and was accompanied by widespread peaceful protests across the country against Trump's administration, highlighting deep political divisions.
President Trump celebrated the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army with a military parade in Washington, which was viewed by supporters as a display of strength but criticized by opponents as politicizing the military. The event coincided with national and international crises, including political violence in Minnesota and escalating Middle East conflicts, overshadowing the festivities. Critics argued the parade was used for political self-promotion, while supporters saw it as a patriotic celebration.
Donald Trump successfully organized a large military parade in Washington, D.C., featuring tanks, aircraft, and historical military displays, to celebrate the Army's 250th anniversary and his 79th birthday, despite initial resistance and concerns about the optics and cost.
Veterans and Americans are divided over the Army's 250th anniversary parade in Washington, held on Trump's birthday, with some viewing it as a celebration of military history and others criticizing it as a costly, politically divisive display of military power aimed at boosting Trump's ego.
President Trump plans to address the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary and deploys 700 Marines to Los Angeles amid protests over immigration policies, with demonstrations and military celebrations occurring simultaneously.