While highlighting the success of the DOGE efforts in saving money, President Donald Trump announced a huge military parade to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army — along with Trump's own birthday. (" Here's what to expect at the Army's 250th anniversary parade on Trump's birthday ," May 24.) This parade will be similar to those annually conducted in Russia, China and North Korea to demonstrate their military firepower.

The estimated cost of President Trump's parade is as much as $45 million. Given the focus on saving money at the expense of citizens through DOGE, it's hard to justify the expenditure on a military parade, let alone a birthday celebration.

Town hall meetings by members of Congress are increasingly rare today and when they are held, many representatives use

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