Tomorrow in the USA: Trump to hold a parade in Washington, demonstrations of "No Kings" will be held across the country.

This Saturday, June 14, will be an important day for the United States: President Trump will hold a parade in Washington to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the U.S. Army. It is also Trump's 79th birthday. Approximately 1,800 protests against Trump are planned across the country.

The largest protest so far during Trump's second term continues in Los Angeles. Demonstrations against Trump's strict immigration policies and the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) are still taking place in Los Angeles and surrounding areas. Although most protesters remain peaceful, Trump first deployed the National Guard and then sent about 700 Marines to Southern California.

Protests are expected to take place across the country this Saturday [0614]. Resisting Trump's large-scale deportation actions is one focus of these protests, but not the only one. The behind-the-scenes instigator of the protests is an organization calling itself "No Kings". Their slogan is: "No thrones, no crowns, no kings in America." Protests will be held in all 50 states of the United States (including remote Alaska and Hawaii). According to organizers of the "No Kings" movement, nearly 2,000 people will participate.

What activities are planned for the "No Kings" protest on Saturday?

Due to Trump's use of troops to suppress demonstrators in Los Angeles, this protest has once again attracted attention. However, the overall goal of the "No Kings" movement is to oppose Trump's administration policies.

"They disdain our courts, deport Americans, arbitrarily arrest on the streets, infringe upon our civil liberties, and cut back on our aid programs," the "No Kings" website said. This movement is supported by the "50501" initiative. "50501" represents 50 states, 50 protests, one movement.

Trump's supporters believe he is a strong president who is establishing American order, such as improving national efficiency by streamlining government agencies or cracking down on illegal immigration. On the other hand, opponents, such as the organizers of the "No Kings" movement, believe that Trump's actions bypassing the courts and Congress pose a threat to the democratic foundation of the United States.

The choice of holding the "No Kings" protest on Saturday is not coincidental. Its purpose is to form a counterpoint to the grand parade Trump is holding in the nation's capital that day.

What are the highlights of the parade?

The parade celebrating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the U.S. Army is scheduled for June 14, which happens to be Trump's 79th birthday. However, according to official statements, this parade is intended to pay tribute to the U.S. military, not to himself.

The theme of this parade is "America at War", aiming to commemorate all major military conflicts in American history: from the fight for independence to world wars, to the Vietnam War. Each war will be represented by men and women soldiers dressed in historical costumes, followed by 400 soldiers in modern uniforms from the same unit. The parade will also feature various military vehicles, fighter planes from different eras, and military helicopters flying over historically significant infantry units.

According to U.S. media reports, Trump said: "We will hold an unprecedented grand parade in Washington D.C. This parade will be more spectacular and grandiose than any parade our country has ever had."

The last parade in Washington was held on June 8, 1991, during President George Bush's term, to commemorate the successful deployment of the U.S.-led coalition in the Second Gulf War.

During his first term, Trump had envisioned holding a grand parade in Washington. At that time, the project was obstructed by government departments, with reasons including high costs and potential road damage caused by heavy military vehicles. Perhaps now, the 250th anniversary celebration of the U.S. Army has become a grand event that no opposing forces can stop. The estimated cost of this parade is $45 million, including $16 million for repairing road damage after the parade.

Why won't there be "No Kings" demonstrations in Washington?

Trump previously announced that no protests would be tolerated during his parade. "If protesters insist on coming, they will face extremely severe violence (suppression)," the president said on Tuesday.

So, on one hand, it's a security issue. But on the other hand, the organizers of "No Kings" also said they hoped to avoid the focus being solely on Washington on Saturday. "Real power is not wielded in Washington, but elsewhere," the movement's website wrote. They hope people don't make Trump's 'birthday parade' the center of everything, but talk about events happening in other parts of the country that day - in other words, talk about their "No Kings" protest.

Source: DW

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