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Morgan Music

Soldiers at Trump's Military Parade Marched Out of Step on Purpose, Users Claim: 'Peak Malicious Compliance'

Members of the U.S. Army march in the 250th birthday parade on June 14, 2025 in Washington, DC. The parade included roughly 6,600 troops, 150 vehicles, and over 50 aircraft. (Credit: Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)

An emerging internet theory claims that soldiers intentionally marched out of step during President Donald Trump's military parade in silent protest.

On Saturday, June 14, Trump celebrated his 79th birthday alongside the United States Army, which marked its 250th year with a parade of soldiers, tanks, and fighter jets through Washington D.C. Leading up to the celebration, the estimated $40 million budget and propriety of the military parade faced heavy scrutiny, but in its wake, attention has shifted to the event's modest attendance, yawning spectators, and troops of soldiers with varying, sluggish steps.

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