President Donald Trump reiterated the success of his military parade, despite the fact that the event was overshadowed by protests across the nation.

President Trump spoke briefly after watching the procession of troops and military vehicles, hailing the Army at the event marking its 250th anniversary.

Light rain was falling in Washington by 6:30 p.m., with a light breeze cutting through some of the humidity of the day. Some spectators held up umbrellas. There was no sign of lightning, which could prompt delays for safety reasons.

Americans are planning to demonstrate against President Donald Trump across the U.S. on Saturday as a counterpoint to the 200,000 people expected to attend the military parade in Washington.

As Washington, D.C., prepares to host a parade celebrating the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday on Saturday, weather forecasters are warning of the potential for showers and thunderstorms that could disrupt the day’s events, including a scheduled appearance by President Trump, whose 79th birthday coincides with the celebration.

President Trump assured the nation on Saturday morning that the military parade will go on rain or shine. "A rainy day parade brings good luck," Trump wrote on Truth Social. Forecasters said Washingto

President Trump on Saturday shared his enthusiasm for the day’s festivities despite expected rainy weather conditions. “OUR GREAT MILITARY PARADE IS ON, RAIN OR SHINE,” Trump

The National Weather Service forecast for Washington D.C. on June 14 has a 50% chance of rain, with thunderstorms possible.

Law enforcement officials reported no arrests from the celebration in D.C. that drew several thousand parade watchers, with some demonstrators protesting against the show of military strength.

Saturday’s Parade the Circle and Circle Village events in University Circle were postponed due to rain, with organizers citing safety concerns and promising a rescheduled date to come.

President Trump affirmed that the Army’s 250th anniversary parade will carry on in the streets of Washington, DC, despite forecasted flash floods, gusts of wind and thunderstorms in the