Sun Jun 15 07:06:36 UTC 2025: **Headline: Trump’s Birthday Parade Met with Massive Nationwide Protests**
**Washington, D.C.** – A grand military parade, long sought by President Donald Trump, took place in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, coinciding with his 79th birthday. However, the display of military might was overshadowed by widespread protests across the nation, with demonstrators denouncing what they see as authoritarian tendencies and demanding the protection of democracy.
The parade, featuring over 6,000 soldiers and 128 tanks, rolled down Constitution Avenue as Trump watched from a special viewing stand near the White House. The event was added to the celebrations recognizing the US Army’s 250th anniversary.
Simultaneously, millions of people participated in “No Kings” protests, flooding streets, parks, and plazas in cities and towns across the country. Protesters chanted anti-authoritarian slogans, voiced support for democracy, and advocated for immigrant rights.
While most demonstrations remained peaceful, tensions flared in some areas. Police in Los Angeles used tear gas and crowd-control measures after the official protests concluded. In Portland, officers also deployed tear gas and projectiles to disperse a crowd gathered in front of an ICE building.
Large-scale demonstrations were reported in major cities like New York City, Denver, Chicago, Austin, and Los Angeles, with participants carrying “No Kings” banners. In Atlanta, a rally reached capacity quickly, with thousands gathering outside to hear speakers. Seattle saw an estimated 70,000 people participate in the city’s largest rally.
The protests follow recent demonstrations against federal immigration enforcement raids and the deployment of the National Guard and Marines to Los Angeles.
The “No Kings Coalition” released a statement, saying, “Today, across red states and blue, rural towns and major cities, Americans stood in peaceful unity and made it clear: we don’t do kings.”
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