Trump Honors Soldiers’ Valor in Speech Marking Army’s 250th Birthday

‘We love you, we honor you, and we salute your noble service to our flag and to our country,’ the president said.

President Donald Trump stands and salutes troops during the celebration of the Army's 250th birthday on the National Mall in Washington on June 14, 2025. Doug Mills - Pool/Getty Images

WASHINGTON—President Donald Trump spoke in honor of soldiers’ valor to cap off a parade celebrating the oldest military branch’s 250th birthday.

“The Army keeps us free,” Trump said, wrapping up the two-hour parade that was part of the festivities on Flag Day. “You make us strong, and tonight, you have made all Americans very proud.”