Thousands of troops will parade in Washington, D.C. to celebrate the U.S. Army's 250th birthday, coinciding with President Trump's 79th birthday. The event has become contentious due to its military display and Trump's controversial rhetoric, where he warned protesters will face significant force. The celebration is expected to be the largest since 1991, featuring over 6,600 soldiers and extensive military equipment. Critics raise concerns about the politicization of the military and the costs of the event, which Trump downplayed, insisting that it would celebrate patriotism.
The Army's semiquincentennial has given Trump a long-sought opportunity: a military parade on American soil, modeled in part after the one he saw in France during Bastille Day in 2017.
Trump has warned that protesters to his parade will be met with very big force, a threat that has drawn comparisons to authoritarian regimes, raising questions about the politicization of the military.
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