Cable networks covered President Trump’s Army parade on a busy day of protests, a political assassination and Middle East strikes. ABC, CBS and NBC aired other programming on their affiliates.

The Army’s plans for a massive parade on June 14 – President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday – include armored vehicles and nearly 7,000 troops.

The parade started almost a half hour earlier than the scheduled 6:30 p.m. start due to inclement weather. Already, some flyovers have been canceled, according to a U.S. Secret Service official.

WASHINGTON -- A military parade will take place this year on June 14 kicking off celebrations for the Army’s 250th birthday and coinciding with President Donald Trump’s birthday.