Trump Defends $45M Army Parade, Calling Cost 'Peanuts Compared To The Value'

About Trump Defends $45M Army Parade, Calling Cost 'Peanuts Compared To The Value'

The U.S. Army is set to hold a military parade in Washington, D.C., on June 14 to celebrate its 250th anniversary, coinciding with Trump's 79th birthday. As reported by CNBC, the parade could cost between $25 to $45 million and will include 6,600 troops, 150 vehicles, and 50 aircraft. An Army spokesperson noted that around 5,000 service members will be housed in federal buildings in the days preceding the event. Trump described the cost as minimal compared to the value it provides, capping off a week of celebratory events.