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I was worried about Trump’s Army parade — until I saw it

For the army, this was mission accomplished.

 

By MAX BOOT

Washington Post
June 15, 2025

 

My worry was that Trump would turn the Army parade into just another political pageant. Those concerns only grew when I saw how many of the spectators were wearing MAGA hats or shirts.

 

But my apprehension began to melt away as soon as the music started to play and the soldiers began to march. Dear reader, I hope you do not think I am going soft on Trump if I tell you that I thoroughly enjoyed the entire parade.

 

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