Overview

• The parade showcased more than 6,000 soldiers, 128 tanks, historical reenactments and military flyovers to mark the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary on Trump’s birthday.
• The ‘No Kings’ campaign mobilized in response to the deployment of National Guard and Marines to Los Angeles and broader immigration raids, drawing millions across the country.
• Law enforcement in Los Angeles, Atlanta and other cities used tear gas, flash-bangs and mounted units to disperse protesters during clashes with demonstrators.
• A targeted shooting in Minnesota killed a Democratic state lawmaker and her husband, prompting local protests to be called off in response to escalating concerns over political violence.
• The parade’s estimated $25 million to $45 million price tag and concerns over tank-induced street damage drew criticism from lawmakers and activists.