Bulwark Takes Hegseth Disaster! Trump’s Big Parade! Rep. Jason Crow Talks All
Jun 11, 2025
Rep. Jason Crow, a Colorado Congressman and Army veteran, dives into the contentious topic of Trump's military birthday parade, questioning its hefty price tag against veteran services. He highlights the thin line between honoring military traditions and the spectacle's vanity. The conversation shifts to the administration's controversial use of military force against protesters, unpacking the political dynamics and the implications for civil rights. Crow advocates for a more thoughtful approach to military involvement in domestic unrest, calling for transparency and accountability.
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Overkill in Trump's Parade
- Trump's military birthday parade is excessive and primarily serves his ego rather than honoring the military correctly.
- The administration is wasting $50 million on a parade while neglecting essential veteran needs and military housing.
Honor Service Beyond Parades
- If uncomfortable with protesting near the parade, honor the military by volunteering at veterans' homes or maintaining local veterans' cemeteries.
- Service to veterans is a more meaningful way to honor the military than watching flashy parades.
Military as Intimidation Tool
- The deployment of military forces to LA is politically motivated intimidation rather than necessity.
- The administration disregards local leadership and uses military mobilization as a message to suppress dissent.