A large military parade showcasing American power, requested by President Donald Trump to mark the Army’s 250th anniversary, took place in Washington, D.C., featuring tanks, troops and marching bands.

Thousands of demonstrators crowded into streets, parks, and plazas across the US, blaring anti-authoritarian chants mixed with support for protecting democracy and immigrant rights.

The power of the US military will be sharply on display this weekend – on two different coasts and in two very different ways.

Trump's effort to use the military to quell protests received pushback for his staff during his first administration. Now he's trying again.

The demonstrations come on the heels of protests flaring up around the country over federal immigration enforcement raids that began last week and Trump ordering National Guard troops and Marines to Los Angeles where protesters blocked a freeway and set cars on fire.

Demonstrators gathered Saturday in large cities and small towns from coast-to-coast to oppose President Trump's policies. The protests came on the same day of the president's military parade to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Army.