The aftermath of Trump’s military parade revealed

WorldPolitics
26 Jun 2025 • 10:45 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • The U.S. Army conducted an initial assessment of road damage in Washington, D.C., following a military parade ordered by the president.
  • City officials had expressed concerns about potential extensive damage from heavy tanks, with a significant portion of the parade budget allocated for road repairs.
  • The Army's initial findings indicate minimal damage, identifying only one broken curb, though subterranean and federal road assessments are still underway.
  • Attendance figures for the parade were reported by the Army as approximately 198,000, which was lower than the 250,000 claimed by the White House.
  • The president was reportedly displeased with the participating soldiers for appearing too cheerful during the event.

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