Donald Trump threw a military parade in honor of the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary on Saturday, June 14 (a date that happens to be the president’s birthday) to the tune of $25 to $45 million. But unfortunately for Trump, photos and videos from the big day show sparse attendance and a lack of organization from top to bottom.

The insults have compared the military parade to a plethora of small, intimate events ranging from July 4th cookouts to a normal night at a Golden Corral restaurant

The U.S. Capitol is seen through security fencing, set up on the National Mall, during preparations for an upcoming military parade commemorating the Army’s 250th anniversary and coinciding with President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday, Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Rod Lamkey, Jr.)

Seth Meyers doesn’t love the idea of putting Donald Trump’s face on U.S. currency at any point, but after the president’s failed military parade/birthday celebration over the weekend, the NBC host is now “fine” with the possibility — provided one particular image from the event is used.

Tiffany Trump, daughter of Donald Trump and Marla Maples, gave birth to Alexander Trump Boulos at 4:44 am May 15, 2025. She’s married to Michael Boulos.

Hillary Clinton sparks controversy after comparing Trump's military parade to 'No Kings' protests, drawing criticism from conservatives for disrespecting the Army's anniversary.

At the same time, over 2,000 "No Kings" protests were taking place across the US in opposition to Trump and his administration. Here is a photo round-up from the parade: Elsewhere, The best signs that sum up 'No Kings' protesters' feelings about Trump ...

Organizers of the "No Kings" rallies on June 14 said the protests drew large crowds that marched against the Trump administration. See their estimates