Hillary Clinton’s remarks mocking Trump’s military parade spark backlash as critics accuse her of disrespecting U.S. troops.

Clinton’s Social Media Post on Military Parade Draws Fire

Hillary Clinton faced a wave of criticism on social media after attempting to mock President Donald Trump’s military parade celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army. The parade, held in Washington, D.C. on Saturday evening, drew over 250,000 attendees according to the administration. The event coincided with both Trump’s 79th birthday and Flag Day, drawing nationwide attention and spurring protests across multiple cities.

Clinton posted a series of photos on X contrasting scenes from the parade with images of “No Kings Day” protests held in response to Trump’s celebration and the administration’s ongoing deportation actions. Her message highlighted a contrast between the parade, which she described as “low-energy,” and what she characterized as peaceful demonstrations by millions nationwide. Accompanying images showed the military parade’s flyover of the Washington Monument, tanks on Constitution Avenue, and large protest crowds in Los Angeles and Houston.

While Clinton was attending the wedding of longtime aide Huma Abedin and Alex Soros in the Hamptons, social media users accused her of showing “utter contempt” for the military. Some critics pointed to her decision to restrict replies on her post as further evidence of insensitivity to opposing views. Others noted the presence of prominent Democratic leaders and celebrities at the wedding, including Bill Clinton, Chuck Schumer, Kamala Harris, Nancy Pelosi, Anna Wintour, and Edi Rama, as reported by The New York Times.

Backlash Over Military Remarks and Wedding Attendance

Critics, including political commentators and military veterans, took to social media to accuse Clinton of disrespecting U.S. troops. Retired Air Force Lt. Col. Buzz Patterson and other users suggested Clinton’s post reflected longstanding disregard for the military, referencing past controversies. Some called her remarks “utter contempt for the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army,” while others contrasted the celebratory nature of the parade with violence reported at protests in cities such as Los Angeles and Portland.

Many critics highlighted Clinton’s attendance at the high-profile wedding as further evidence of elitism. “How was the Soros wedding? Chilling with the liberal royalty sounds like fun on No Kings Day!” one social media post read, echoing the theme of Clinton’s critics. The wedding itself included a performance by Boyz II Men and appearances from leading figures in politics, fashion, and international affairs.

Clinton responded to questions about the event in an interview with Vogue, expressing joy at witnessing the marriage and reuniting with longtime friends. “I think we all could use some fun, so I’m looking forward to all of it,” she said of the celebration. The wedding, covered by several outlets, saw Abedin in two custom wedding gowns and featured toasts from Clinton, Anna Wintour, and the Albanian prime minister.

Clinton’s office did not immediately respond to requests for comment regarding the criticism of her military parade remarks. The controversy comes amid heightened political tensions as national attention remains focused on the Trump administration’s policies and the ongoing debate over the role of the military in American society.