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- The U.S. Army will hold a military parade in Washington, D.C., on the evening of June 14 to celebrate its 250th anniversary, suspending flights at Reagan National Airport during the event.
- The parade follows two years of planning and was added by the Trump White House about two months ago, with preparations including road reinforcements and coordination with multiple agencies to protect infrastructure.
- The event will showcase approximately 6,600 troops accompanied by around 150 military vehicles such as 28 M1 Abrams tanks, along with 50 helicopters. Additional highlights include a jet flyover and a parachute demonstration by the Golden Knights occurring along the parade route from the Lincoln Memorial to 15th Street.
- Officials estimate the parade’s total cost could reach $45 million, with more than $3 million already spent on measures such as steel plates, rubber track pads, and a 3 mph speed limit; the Army has also committed to covering any significant road repair expenses incurred by the District.
- The parade may cause traffic disruptions, significant road closures, and possible damage to streets and underground utilities despite precautions, marking the largest military display in the city since 1991 and raising questions about mitigation effectiveness.
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Aerial video shows tanks arriving in Washington ahead of military parade
As the 250th anniversary celebration for the US Army approaches, a freight train of tanks was seen making its way into the nation’s capital. The parade on June 14 will feature dozens of M1-A1 Abrams tanks and Bradley and Stryker fighting vehicles rolling through the streets of DC, as well as Howitzers and other artillery pieces, officials said. Nearly 7,000 soldiers are set to participate.
·Atlanta, United States
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Taxpayers shouldn't pay for Donald Trump's birthday parade
If would-be "tin hat" dictator Donald Trump wants a military parade to celebrate his birthday on June 14, let him hire actors (as he did for his Trump Tower escalator political debut in 2015) or private security groups (such as…
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