Donald Trump’s 79th birthday is finally here on the 14th of June 2025, and the US President is all set to celebrate his birthday with a glorious military parade. His birthplace coincided this year with the 250th anniversary of the US Army. On this occasion, Washington, DC has decided to hold a military parade showcasing the strength of the Army. The parade and the celebrations come amid the growing tensions in LA, with people protesting against ICE. If you are someone who wants to know more about Trump’s birthday and the military parade, the following article is for you.
What Exactly Can You Expect From Donald Trump’s Birthday Military Parade?
According to the reports coming in from Washington, DC, President Trump’s birthday military parade is going to feature 6,700 troops along with 50 aircraft and 150 vehicles. It is going to include a total of 28 M1 Abrams tanks along with 28 tracked Bradley Fighting Vehicles. The parade will also feature the display of four tracked M-109 Paladin self-propelled howitzers. Apart from this, it is also expected to have a total of 28 wheeled Stryker combat vehicles as well as other towed artillery.
The reports also reveal that the parade will have 34 horses, 1 dog, and 2 mules as well. In addition to that, you may also get to see rocket launchers and precision-guided missiles on display. The parade will also feature a flypast including Apache and Black Hawk helicopters. You’ll also see the historic B-25 bombers and P-51 Mustang planes from the World War II era.
How Much Is Trump’s Birthday Parade Going To Cost?
According to the reports, the projected cost of the parade scheduled on the 250th anniversary of the US Army and Trump’s 79th birthday ranges between $25 million to $45 million. Around 200,000 people are expected to attend the parade and watch the glory of the US Army live. The parade event will also include a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. The day will then proceed with the Army birthday festival. A fitness competition on the National Mall in Washington, DC, will also be conducted on June 14th.
What Are The Timings And The Route For Trump’s 79th Birthday Military Parade?
The military parade is all set to commence on the 14th of June and is going to move along Constitution Avenue from 23rd to 15th streets in DC. It is also going to move near Trump’s current residence, which is the White House. Parachutists with the Army’s Golden Knights team are going to jump onto the Ellipse to offer a folded flag to President Trump. As per reports, the parade is going to kick-start at 6:30 PM. The reports also suggest that the parade includes a fireworks show scheduled at 9:45 PM near the Tidal Basin.
People Planning To Gather For “No Kings” Protest On Trump’s 79th Birthday
Apart from the grand military display on Trump’s birthday, millions of people are also planning to gather in various locations across the country for the “No King” protests. According to a website dedicated to it, the protests are against various policies of President Trump. These policies include mass deportations, federal layoffs, attacks on civil rights, and defiance of the judiciary. “The corruption has gone too. Far. No thrones. No crowns. No kings” is the tagline of the protests held on Trump’s birthday.
