Trump's Birthday Parade Overshadowed by Massive 'No Kings' Protests

On June 14th, 2025, Washington D.C. hosted a large military parade to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the US Army. The event coincided with Donald Trump's 79th birthday. The parade, costing $4.5 million, featured tanks, troops, and military bands. However, the spectacle was met with widespread protests across the US. Thousands participated in 'No Kings' rallies, voicing opposition to Trump's presidency and perceived authoritarian tendencies. In Los Angeles, Trump deployed US Marines to quell immigration protests, defying the California governor. One protester stated, "I feel like there's just so much division, and I feel like the Trump administration is trying to turn us against each other." US Congressman Jamie Raskin, speaking at a 'No Kings' rally, said, "Yes, Donald, the Declaration and the Constitution were written by people who wanted to stop criminal bosses like you from taking state power." The protests, the largest since Trump's return to power, highlight deep divisions within the US.