Washington D.C. Prepares To Host Military Parade To Mark Army's 250th Anniversary

WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 12: A large banner with the image of President Donald Trump hangs outside the Department of Agriculture near where a U.S. Army Bradley Fighting Vehicle is displayed ahead of this weekend's celebration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the Army on the National Mall on June 12, 2025 in Washington, DC. The Army will mark its 250th anniversary Saturday, which is also President Donald Trump's birthday, with a parade along the National Mall that will include 6,500 troops, 150 vehicles and 50 aircraft, which will cost between $25 million and $45 million. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)