Thousands Rally to Cancel Trump's Birthday Parade Amidst Controversy

May 30, 2025 Khushi Kumari

Over 23,000 people have signed a petition titled “Cancel Trump's birthday parade NOW,” urging the cancellation of a planned military parade in Washington, D.C., on June 14

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The parade is scheduled for June 14, coinciding with Trump's 79th birthday, leading critics to label it a personal celebration rather than a national event

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The petition was initiated by the group 'Left Action' on Care2 Petitions, aiming to reach 25,000 signatures to halt the parade

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The petition was initiated by the group 'Left Action' on Care2 Petitions, aiming to reach 25,000 signatures to halt the parade

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The event is expected to cost millions, prompting criticism over spending during times when essential programs are facing budget cuts

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The event is expected to cost millions, prompting criticism over spending during times when essential programs are facing budget cuts

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A similar military parade planned for Veterans Day in 2018 during Trump's presidency was canceled due to budgetary concerns

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The petition and planned parade have sparked widespread public debate and media coverage, highlighting divisions over the event's purpose and cost

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