The Army turns 250. Trump turns 79. Cue funnel cakes, festive bling, military might — and protest

The Army turns 250. Trump turns 79. Cue funnel cakes, festive bling, military might — and protest

There were funnel cakes, stands of festival bling and American flags aplenty

President Donald Trump, first lady Melania Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth attend a military parade commemorating the Army’s 250th anniversary, coinciding with his 79th birthday, Saturday, June 14, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)