*Plans are underway for a major military parade in Washington, D.C., scheduled for June 14 to honor President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday and the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army.
The proposed route would span nearly four miles from the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, to the White House. While the Army has confirmed involvement, an official told The Hill that “nothing is yet solidified.” Preparations for the Army’s anniversary began over a year ago, and the idea of a parade has more recently taken shape in discussions between the Army and the White House.
Army spokesperson Col. Dave Butler highlighted the national importance of the event: “The Army is very excited to celebrate its 250th anniversary with the entire country. Our intention is for Americans to be proud of their Army and also proud of their nation. It’s too early to say yet whether or not we’re having a parade, but we’re working with the White House as well as several government agencies to make the celebration a national-level event.”
Coordination with D.C.’s local government is already underway. Army and city engineers are assessing the proposed route, and the number of military units expected to participate has increased.
Logistical challenges remain. While some costs could be covered by the military’s training budget, additional expenses—for security, transportation, and infrastructure—are likely. With less than 10 weeks until the proposed date, time is tight for full execution.
Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser confirmed the city has been approached about the potential event. “I haven’t been directly involved in it yet,” she said. “I understand that – I think it was Homeland Security, maybe the White House – reached out to our special events task force, which is what most people wanting to do a parade do in the district. So, I would say it’s at its early stages. Yes, they have reached out. I don’t know if it’s being characterized as a military parade.”
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