The U.S. Army is working on plans that could lead to one of the biggest military parades in American history. This parade might even happen on June 14, which is also Donald Trump’s 79th birthday!
What’s the plan?
The Army wants to hold a big event to celebrate its 250th anniversary. They are thinking about having around 6,600 soldiers, lots of tanks, 50 helicopters, and seven bands march through Washington, D.C. But, it’s important to note that these plans are not final yet. The White House and security teams still need to review everything.
What Will Happen at the Parade?
There could be soldiers from different parts of the country, including Stryker and tank units. There might even be exciting parachute jumps from veterans and historical reenactors. This parade is much bigger than the original birthday celebration planned for the National Mall.
How Much Will It Cost?
No one knows the exact costs yet, but big events like this can easily cost tens of millions of dollars. Expenses can include food, housing for the soldiers, and moving all the tanks and vehicles to D.C.
Why Are People Worried?
During Trump’s presidency, he wanted a parade, but plans were dropped because of high costs and worries about the damage heavy vehicles might cause to roads in D.C. City officials are cautioning that if tanks are included, they will need lots of money to fix the streets afterward. D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser emphasized the need for financial support to repair any road damage.
Is the Parade Definitely Happening?
The Army’s birthday celebration is set, but the parade part is still not approved. So, there may be more changes to come. Trump has expressed excitement about celebrating victories in a recent post, though he didn’t mention the parade.
FAQs
– Will Donald Trump have a birthday parade?
No, the Army is planning this event as part of its anniversary, which happens to be on his birthday.
– How much will this cost taxpayers?
While there’s no official number yet, previous parades have cost tens of millions.
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