Trump Plans Military Parade for 250th Army Anniversary, Birthday

President Donald Trump is planning a large military parade in Washington, D.C., on June 14 to celebrate both his 79th birthday and the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army. The event will feature thousands of troops, military vehicles, aircraft, and historical reenactors, with festivities including a day-long festival, fireworks, and military demonstrations on the National Mall. This parade revives an idea Trump first proposed after attending France's Bastille Day parade, though previous attempts were halted by concerns over costs and potential damage to city streets. Washington officials have reiterated their worries about heavy equipment damaging infrastructure and the high financial burden. The event underscores Trump's ongoing desire to showcase American military strength through public spectacle, a move that has drawn both support and criticism. Final approval and detailed logistics are still pending from military and White House officials.