People can’t believe their eyes after Trump appears to fall asleep during own military parade

Donald Trump marked his 79th birthday on June 14 by hosting a \$45 million military parade in Washington, DC to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the US Army. The event featured tanks, aircraft, parachuters, and over 6,000 uniformed soldiers, drawing what the White House claimed were hundreds of thousands of attendees. Trump arrived with First Lady Melania and top officials, but a moment captured on camera drew major attention—he appeared to doze off during the parade. Clips showed him with his head nodding and eyes closed, sparking criticism online and raising concerns about his age and stamina.

Social media users mocked Trump, calling him “Don Snorleone” and accusing him of wasting taxpayer money on a spectacle he seemingly found boring. Although Trump gave a fiery speech at the end, declaring America the “hottest country” and threatening enemies with military force, the crowd size was also questioned. Several major outlets reported the turnout was far smaller than claimed. Critics on social media compared the event to a lackluster fair and mocked the low attendance. Reactions to both Trump’s alleged nap and the parade’s scale have sparked controversy and mixed public opinion.