WASHINGTON — During a US Army 250th anniversary event at Fort Bragg, President Trump turned the occasion into a political rally, defending his decision to deploy troops to Los Angeles amid protests.
Surrounded by military displays and officers, Trump criticized LA officials, called protesters “animals,” and drew boos for media and political opponents. He pledged to “liberate” LA and restore Confederate-linked base names.
The event, rich in military pageantry, comes ahead of a planned military parade on Trump’s birthday. Critics say Trump’s use of military symbolism highlights authoritarian tendencies rather than focusing on real-world issues.
