According to the Associated Press and other media outlets, President Donald Trump is reportedly planning a large, patriotic celebration for his 78th birthday in June that will feature military elements reminiscent of a national parade.

Detailed Army plans for a potential military parade on President Donald Trump’s birthday in June call for more than 6,600 soldiers, at least 150 vehicles, 50 helicopters, seven bands and possibly a couple thousand civilians.

The event, set to take place in Florida, is being organized by Trump allies as both a tribute to the president and a public display of strength during his 2024 presidential campaign.

According to the AP report, the event is being dubbed the “Salute to America 250” and will highlight military veterans, feature marching bands, and include a display of military assets such as aircraft flyovers.

Organizers say the spectacle is inspired by Trump’s admiration for similar parades in countries like France and his own 2019 “Salute to America” celebration in Washington, D.C., which marked the Fourth of July with tanks, flyovers, and a speech from the Lincoln Memorial.

The nonprofit group America First Works, affiliated with Trump’s political allies, is orchestrating the upcoming birthday event.

Though not officially a campaign event, the timing and location—Palm Beach County, near Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort—suggest the celebration is closely tied to his reelection messaging.

Critics have raised concerns about the militaristic overtones of such a spectacle and its potential cost, especially if public resources are used.

Some have compared authoritarian displays in countries like Russia or North Korea, where state power is routinely showcased through military parades. While the Department of Defense is not officially involved, details about the extent of military participation remain unclear.

Supporters, however, argue that the event will honor veterans and showcase American pride, much like traditional Independence Day festivities. “It’s about celebrating America,” said an organizer quoted by Fox News, emphasizing the patriotic nature of the birthday parade.

As Trump maintains his position as the Republican frontrunner, the birthday celebration may also serve as a campaign rallying point. Political analysts note that it reinforces the former president’s image of strength and nationalism, key themes in his previous campaigns..