Washington DC Officials Preview Army 250th Military Parade Security

Washington, D.C. is preparing for a large-scale military parade on June 14 to celebrate the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary, coinciding with President Donald Trump's 79th birthday. The event will feature over 6,000 soldiers, 150 armored vehicles including tanks, and a flyover, expected to draw around 200,000 attendees along Constitution Avenue. Security measures are being coordinated by the FBI, Secret Service, U.S. Park Police, and local authorities to prevent violence, especially following recent incidents in the city. The parade, classified as a national special security event, has raised concerns over potential damage to city roads caused by heavy military vehicles, with the Army installing steel plates on key streets and committing to cover repair costs. The celebration, costing up to $45 million, will also include fireworks, concerts, and a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. Public reaction is mixed, with some expressing pride in the military and others criticizing the event's scale and expense.