Trump's military parade is in Washington today. How can you watch it from Kentucky?
The streets of central D.C. are to be filled with thousands of soldiers, massive tanks, artillery and more Saturday in what is to be a massive military display to celebrate the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary.
In response to the unprecedented military parade, estimated to cost around $40 million, "No Kings" protests are also planned to happen the same day.
Here's what to know.
When is Trump's military parade?
The military parade is slated for Saturday, June 14, in the heart of Washington, D.C., spanning six blocks and bisecting the National Mall. Organizers say the procession begins at 6:30 p.m. ET.
What does the parade celebrate? Is it Trump's birthday parade?
Though the parade is on the same day as the president’s 79th birthday, event organizers and administration officials say it is solely to celebrate the U.S. Army.
Trump posted a short video address about the parade to Truth Social on Friday, June 6, inviting Americans to what he called an "unforgettable" celebration, "one like you've never seen before."
The administration has insisted that the Army’s anniversary and Trump’s birthday are a coincidence and that the parade is justified to honor soldiers’ sacrifice. Plans for the June 14 parade began in earnest about a month ago.
Yet as focus squares in on the U.S. Army's 250 years of existence, other branches are notably left out. The Navy, which also celebrates its 250th anniversary this year in October, has no plans for a similar parade, a spokesperson told Paste BN. Neither does the Marine Corps, for its 250th in November.
How to watch Trump's military parade
Events from the 250th birthday celebration, including the parade, will be livestreamed on all U.S. Army social media platforms.
What are the 'No Kings' protests about?
The protest organizer's website describes "No Kings" as a "nationwide day of defiance" in response to Trump and the military parade, saying, "we’re taking action to reject authoritarianism."
This protest is different than the travel ban protests and I.C.E protests that have happened in the past few weeks.
Contributing: Cybele Mayes-Osterman, Tom Vanden Brook