President Donald Trump gave a speech on Tuesday at Fort Bragg, a major U.S. Army base in North Carolina, while protests continued in Los Angeles over his recent mass deportation order. Fort Bragg is known for being home to elite military units like the Green Berets and Army Rangers.
During his speech, Trump made a major mistake about history. He claimed that the United States didn’t join other countries in marking the end of World War I, even though, according to him, “we’re the ones who won the war.” He also said that without the U.S., people would be speaking German or “maybe a little Japanese.” This statement was inaccurate. Japan was actually on the same side as the U.S. in World War I. Trump seemed to mix up World War I and World War II. The end of World War I is remembered every year on November 11, known as Armistice Day.
Trump’s comments drew criticism, especially given the tense political climate. In Los Angeles, there were ongoing protests against his immigration policies. Many people have been clashing with ICE agents since his broad order to deport undocumented immigrants was put in place.
The event at Fort Bragg was part of the Army’s 250th anniversary celebration and also came just days before Trump’s 79th birthday. The President was joined by top officials like Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Army Secretary Dan Driscoll. Families of military members also attended.
In Washington, D.C., preparations are underway for a large military parade to celebrate both the Army’s anniversary and Trump’s birthday. Authorities are expecting huge crowds. Security is extremely tight, with about 175 metal detectors set up at different checkpoints. Officials believe up to 200,000 people may attend, and the Secret Service is preparing for the possibility of even more.
Matt McCool from the Secret Service said they are ready for long lines if large numbers of people show up. The parade is being treated as a National Special Security Event, meaning it has the same level of protection as events like presidential inaugurations.
D.C. police have warned the public about traffic delays and urged people to take public transportation instead of driving. With immigration protests expected to spread beyond Los Angeles and into D.C., law enforcement and federal agencies are staying alert. The FBI, Capitol Police, and National Guard are all working together to ensure safety during the parade.
Security teams are also preparing for possible unrest related to immigration, as the demonstrations in California have become intense. Officials say they are closely watching the situation and will be ready to respond if needed.
