Trump, Military Parade
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Donald Trump turned 79 June 14, 2025, the same day as the Army's 250th birthday parade in DC. Melania was there, but not all of Trump's children were.
The militaristic extravaganza Trump envisoned for his birthday was no match for the millions that protested his policies nationwide
When Lizzo sang, "Turn up the music, let's celebrate," Donald Trump‘s widely protested military birthday parade was not what she had in mind. After video of a performer singing Lizzo's Billboard Hot 100-topping hit "About Damn Time" at the event in Washington,
"No Kings" marches in all 50 states were reminiscent of some of America's biggest debates, from Vietnam to civil rights.
Hillary Clinton sparks controversy after comparing Trump's military parade to 'No Kings' protests, drawing criticism from conservatives for disrespecting the Army's anniversary.
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Rock icon ripped by fans for objecting to song’s use in Trump’s military parade: ‘Go to (expletive)’
Nancy Wilson made it clear she is not a fan of Donald Trump, and she was not happy that her band’s hit song was used during the president’s military parade on Saturday. The rock legend did so Saturday on Instagram. Wilson shared a photo of herself wearing a hate that read, “NO KINGS BUT US,” alongside her message.
Musicians like Shakira, Olivia Rodrigo, Green Day, and more joined in the chorus of protests against President Donald Trump over the weekend. Saturday was the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army parade in Washington,
Trump had long dreamed of holding a parade showcasing America’s military might, and this one featured a steady stream of Abrams battle tanks, a fleet of armored Stryker and Bradley fighting vehicles, a flock of artillery launchers, as well as Black Hawk, Apache, and Chinook helicopters.