The US Army's 250th-anniversary parade, coinciding with Donald Trump's birthday, faced online ridicule due to videos showing troops marching out of sync, leading to accusations of defiance. A viral photo depicted Trump appearing to doze off during the event. Simultaneously, anti-Trump protests erupted across the US, contrasting with the parade's perceived lack of enthusiasm.
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