Overview

• The U.S. Army has confirmed a large-scale military parade on June 14, coinciding with its 250th anniversary and President Trump’s 79th birthday.
• The parade, featuring 6,600 soldiers, 150 vehicles, and 50 helicopters, will begin in Arlington, Virginia, and end at the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
• Plans include a concert, fireworks, and a parachute jump by the Golden Knights, alongside displays of military equipment and historical reenactments.
• Concerns have been raised about potential road damage from heavy vehicles and the event's significant costs, projected in the tens of millions.
• The parade has been submitted for national special security event designation, and logistical details, including unit assignments and housing, are still being finalized.