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Trump Administration Moves Forward with Military Parade Plans for June 14

The parade, marking Trump's 79th birthday and the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary, faces logistical and financial hurdles with less than 10 weeks to finalize details.

Members of the U.S. Army participate in a St. Patrick's Day Parade as they march along Fifth Avenue on March 17, 2025, in New York City.
President Donald Trump watches as Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu leaves the West Wing of the White House, Monday, April 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)
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Overview

  • The Trump administration is actively planning a four-mile military parade from the Pentagon to the White House for June 14, 2025.
  • The event coincides with the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary and President Trump's 79th birthday, reviving his long-standing ambition for a grand display of military strength.
  • Local officials, including Arlington County Board Chair Takis Karantonis, have been notified but have not received formal requests for assistance or detailed plans.
  • The parade's estimated costs, previously projected at $92 million for military expenses and $21 million for public safety, are raising concerns about financial feasibility and infrastructure impact.
  • Critics argue the parade evokes authoritarian imagery, while logistical challenges, including road closures and inter-agency coordination, remain unresolved with a tight planning timeline.