What to Know
- Due to the chance of storms, the parade featuring thousands of troops began 30 minutes early. Some rain did fall toward the early part of the evening, causing some people to leave early.
- Trump and Vice President JD Vance spoke before musical performances and a dazzling fireworks display above the National Mall.
- Many road closures will remain in place for the rest of the weekend.
A military spectacle took place at the National Mall Saturday evening with troops marching and tanks rolling along Constitution Avenue. Parade organizers moved up the start as storms formed across the region. Meanwhile, protesters demonstrated in the District and suburbs throughout the day.
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