According to the reports, the Trump administration is currently in the early planning process of conducting a Military Parade in Washington, DC. The Mayor of the city has officially confirmed that the city is currently having discussions about it with the administration. According to certain reports, the military parade is possible on the 14th of June on the Army’s 250th anniversary and the President’s 79th birthday. If you are someone who wants to know more about a possible military parade in the United States capital, this article is for you. It brings you everything you need to know about the Trump administration planning a military parade for Trump’s birthday and the Army’s 250th anniversary.
Trump Administration Plans Military Parade: What The Washington Mayor Said About The Parade?
When asked about the idea, Muriel Bowser, the Mayor of Washington, said that she hasn’t been directly involved in it yet. The Mayor, however, still confirmed that the White House has reached out to her special events task force about a possible parade in the district. Bowser also mentioned that the idea is currently in its early stages. However, she doesn’t know if it is being characterized as a military parade.
What The Officials Said About The Celebration?
A defense official, according to a report from CNN, said that a big celebration on the Army’s 250th anniversary was already under consideration for almost a whole year. However, the idea of a parade came up only recently during a discussion with the White House. The White House has been on top of the planning and efforts for the parade in recent weeks. The officials also reported that Trump has not signed off on the final plan for the parade yet. Army spokesperson Col. Dave Butler also mentioned how any discussions of the parade are pre-decisional at this point. The Army intends to conduct a celebration on the national level that will help build pride in America and its Army.
What We Know About The Celebration So Far?
The Army is considering making the annual celebration far bigger, as it is the 250th anniversary this year. This may include more capability demonstrations, static displays of equipment, and more engagement with the community. According to the officials, the celebrations this year may include the Army’s demonstration parachute team, the Golden Knights, armored Bradley Fighting Vehicles, and Joint Light Tactical Vehicles. Mayor Bowser on Monday expressed her concerns about how the tanks can possibly damage the streets of Washington. However, the defense officials assured that the Army is working in coordination with the civil engineers to ensure there is no damage to roadways if there is a parade.
Why Was The Idea Dumped In Trump’s First Tenure?
The idea of a military parade took root when President Donald Trump first took office during his first tenure. However, the idea was later dumped when the military presented the budget required for successfully conducting the parade. The idea of a parade this year is still under development, and it is not clear how much the parade is estimated to cost.
What Takis Karantonis Said About The Parade?
Arlington County Chair Takis Karantonis stated on Monday that the Secret Service has contacted the county regarding the possibility of a military parade to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the U.S. Army. He also added that the scope of the parade is not clear to him yet. However, Takis Karantonis also expressed his hope that the Federal Government will remain sensitive to the pain of numerous active military and veteran residents who lost their jobs in recent federal decisions, while they reflect on how to celebrate the 250th anniversary.
