Ahead of the U.S. Army’s 250th Anniversary Parade in Washington, D.C., scheduled for June 14, 2025, President Donald Trump has vowed to deploy “very big force” against any protesters attempting to disrupt the event.The parade will be a major spectacle, featuring 6,600 troops, 150 military vehicles, and 50 aircraft, marking the largest military display in Washington since the 1991 Gulf War victory parade.Trump’s warning aligns with his administration’s tough stance on civil unrest, as seen in recent actions in California, where federal troops were sent to manage protests over immigration enforcement.California Governor Gavin Newsom recently challenged the deployment of U.S. Marines and National Guard troops in Los Angeles, but a federal judge ruled in favor of the federal intervention.Despite significant criticism over the parade’s high cost and its potential to politicize the military, the White House anticipates strong support from top military leaders and Cabinet officials.Protest organizers have planned more than 1,500 “No Kings Day” demonstrations across the country, though none are planned in D.C.Instead, major rallies are scheduled for cities like Philadelphia, Maryland, and Virginia, targeting what protesters view as Trump’s autocratic policies.With a massive military display and anticipated protests, the event highlights the growing divisions within the nation. 👮♂️
