Veterans to March on Washington to 'Defend the Constitution': What to Know

[BumRushDaShow]

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Source: Newsweek

Published Mar 11, 2025 at 9:56 AM EDT


Veterans are planning to march on Washington DC in order to defend the Constitution and the oath they swore to it. The protest, set to take place on March 14, has been publicized across social media through various posters and by the website NowMarch.

Veterans joining the march intend to peacefully protest the Trump administration's proposed cuts to Social Security, federal job losses for veterans, the pardon of January 6 rioters, and reductions in veterans' healthcare services.

One of the promotional posters for the protest quotes General Mark Milley, who said: "We don't take an oath to a king." Last month, the White House posted an edited photo of President Donald Trump wearing a crown with the caption, "Long Live the King."

When individuals join the armed forces or take an oath of office as a politician, they swear to protect the U.S. Constitution from "all enemies, foreign and domestic." The participants of this march see it as their responsibility to speak out against what they perceive as unconstitutional actions by the Trump administration. Newsweek has contacted NowMarch via email for further comment.

Read more: https://www.newsweek.com/veterans-march-washington-defend-constitution-what-know-2042764

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(from here from OP article link - https://bloomingtonian.com/2025/03/06/veterans-called-to-rally-nationwide-on-march-14-2025-in-protest-of-project-2025-and-va-cuts/)



Link to NOWMARCH website - https://nowmarch.org/

[oldsoldierfadingfast]

1. Oh, how wish...

that I could join them! The Spirit is willing; but, the flesh is too weak.

[Mountain Mule]

3. Yes, me too

I will always honor our veterans. Always!

[Roy Rolling]

32. Just Old

But enlivened by the idea. No doubt, it’s gonna leave a mark on traitorous propagandists, their deceit and sedition. I wish I could be there. It’s an event!!!

[ReRe]

23. Same here, oldsoldierfadingfast.

I'm not a soldier, but a soldier's wife fading fast. I so wish I could participate, but will definitely look for it on
C-Span! Noon. This Friday.

[Mme. Defarge]

2. THIS

is powerful!!!

[OldBaldy1701E]

4. Damn. I want to be there. (n/t)

[StarryNite]

5. Go Vets!!!

[DENVERPOPS]

6. My only thought

is.......how many of them voted for Trump...........

Trump is just waiting for something like this to activate the "Insurrection Act" and mobilize the entire U.S. Military nation wide by declaring Martial Law..............Of course, I would believe Trump couldn't even find law enforcement officers that would confront a Veteran parade.........much less anyone in the National Guard or U.S. Military......

[MadameButterfly]

7. Thats the point

you can't send the military after the military. It's a message to the military that veterans don't support this. These people are the soldiers' future.

[DENVERPOPS]

10. MB

I guess we are all in hopes you are right!!!!!!!!!!!

[dflprincess]

22. Hoover turned the army on the Bonus Marchers (WWI vets)

It's what turned my grandfather into a Democrat.

[MadameButterfly]

28. I doubt Trump knows the history

and I don't wish an army on anyone, but here's praying if he does it has the same effect.

[Inkey]

29. The Forgotten Men

The Best tribute Hollywood did for this
was showcased in the movie
Gold Diggers Of 1933.
Remember My Forgotten Man.
It was a powerful and moving reminder
that our Soldiers of the Great War needed
to be heard and not cast aside for easy
poitical convenience.

[MadameButterfly]

31. I will check this out

Thanks.
This is why I like DU. You guys educate me.

[Shipwack]

30. The last time veterans marched on the Capitol they DID sic the military on them...

On July 28, 1932, 17,000 WWI veterans, their families, and assorted allies marched on DC, trying to get their pay bonuses early. Many of them had been out of work since the end of the war.

First the police, then the Army under MacArthur.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bonus_Army

I doubt the Army would be used this time, though, or even the police. My bet is a bunch of Border Patrol agents will be told to do the dirty work, and they would gladly comply.

They don't care from whom the blood flows, just that it flows.

[MadameButterfly]

33. or Brownshirts, or whoever it was besides US marshalls who muscled their way into

the last agency.

After they did this in the 30s the administration was defeated in the next electionl
So let's do whatever it take to have a next election.

[Evolve Dammit]

8. Hats off to this effort

[SarcasticSatyr]

9. I was I was able to go . . . .

U.S. Navy 1982 - 1986

[denbot]

11. National and state capitals are out of reach to many.

Are there also protests planned for local VA Facilities?

[slightlv]

13. I'm sitting here wondering about getting to Topeka

and being able to stand without a walker for how ever long. I would love it if they'd also include VA Facilities in this. I have a VA hospital not more than 10 minutes from my house... and I could easily transport what I'd need to stay put for a while, or call someone to bring me something... like meds.

Viet Nam Era vet here...

[ReRe]

24. Hi slightly,

I think your nearby VA would be a great place to protest. Check at American Legion or VFW to see what they are going to do. There may be some veteran folks who might like to accompany you at the VA hospital. But if your idea doesn't pan out, or you just don't feel well enough, just remember that you can probably find it on C-Span, noon, this Friday!

[YoshidaYui]

12. GO VETERANS!

kick REPUBLICAN ASS!!!

[BumRushDaShow]

14. Hello!

Don't see you in here that much.

[YoshidaYui]

15. WAVES, HI THERE

YEAH I AM ALL OVER THE PLACE, MOSTLY IN GENDERAL DISCUSSION AND THE ASIAN GROUP,.... CHECK OUT THE ASIAN GROUP , SOME GREAT STUFFS THERE, SEE YA, JYAA NE!!

[BumRushDaShow]

16. I have watched many of the videos you have posted!

[YoshidaYui]

18. I WILL PROBABLY HAVE A FEW MORE BEFORE THE DAY IS OUT

MATANE!!!

[Farmer-Rick]

17. The US king is dead

Long live the US democracy. That happened way back in 1783. Trump is a pedophile con.

[Uncle Joe]

19. Kicked and recommended

Thanks for the thread BumRushDaShow

[Jack Bone]

21. Finalizing plans now

For going to Indianapolis!

[Jack Bone]

25. I'm the guy in the picture...

Almost Famous…

https://ohiocapitaljournal.com/2025/03/10/5-reasons-veterans-are-especially-hard-hit-by-federal-cuts/

[MadameButterfly]

34. Thank you for your service and for showing up

at the rally. You have more clout and more standing to complain.

In the end, whether Trump succeeds in his coup depends on whether the military will fight for him. Veterans who expose what Trump is doing to them is key. You are the future forcurrent soldiers. I don't see them fighting against you or their future rights.

We are grateful you have spoken and acted, in our behal.

[Jack Bone]

38. Thank you!! n/t

[Gymbo]

26. Great Idea

I would have gone if there had been better notice. The cost of flying to my state capital and returning on the same day was $727. Maybe next time, there will be better planning.

[Skittles]

35. yes, what is with the short notice?

hard for a lot of folk to plan out of state trips that quickly

[BumRushDaShow]

36. I doubt this is a "one and done"

Like the early BLM protests, the conditions that triggered this have NOT gone away and I expect there will be more of these in more locations.

I had added the link to their website to the OP - https://nowmarch.org/

They may expand and/or coordinate with other groups going forward.

[SergeStorms]

48. Exactly. How many can afford to go......

in Trump's stifling economy?

[KitFox]

27. Check with your county and state Democratic Party or an Indivisible Group For every one of the

protests for 50 state capitals, many other cities have held protests at the same time. People have started just showing up at VA health clinics and offices with signs in many states. If you can’t go in person, look for coverage because it gives a feeling of hope to see people making “good trouble”. I have a friend who is housebound that makes calls to local newspapers and tv news to ask them to cover the protests. Rachel Maddow does a segment on the protests and town halls with photos most nights. I really appreciate all of the great posts and links from DU family helping to keep us all informed. “ Forewarned is Forearmed”. Love ya DU Family. Insist! Resist! Persist!🩷

[Paladin]

37. God bless all who take part in this important effort.

So gratifying to see some serious blowback developing against this regime.

[quaint]

39. In Strength, Solace and Solidarity,

Dear Donor,
Thank you for your gracious donation to 14thNOW.
Here is your receipt
Campaign: #14thNOW
Donor Name: (Anonymous Donor)
Donated At: 03/12/2025 08:02:22 EDT

In Strength, Solace and Solidarity,

[twodogsbarking]

40. They take protecting America seriously. Not like some.

[Bengus81]

41. GO VETS!! Show that POS with a million people there!!! n/t

[travelingthrulife]

42. Good. Strong, respected voices.

Now if we could get 'real' Christians to take down the evangelical charlatans publicly and loudly we might be getting somewhere.
Business leaders are too self centered and corrupt so I expect nothing but lies from them.

[Dem4life1234]

43. I wish most of them would have voted against the orange thug

[Jazz Jon]

44. More Posts Like This Please

This is what we need. Action events and advertising thereof so people can join in. No way I can make it to DC on such short notice. It says in the poster: DC ... and every state capital. If anybody knows of the meeting place in Boston, please let me know. Thanks.

[BumRushDaShow]

46. I was looking for some info and stumbled on this -

A former 45 campaign staffer (I believe from 2020 ETA - 2016) who is now anti-45 and hosts a podcast. She had sued 45 for a NDA requirement and won in 2021.

Her podcast is called " Lights On with Jessica Denson" and she spent a bit under an hour discussing this march (with some guests) and fundraising this past Monday -

[Gimpyknee]

45. Vietnam Era Navy Corpsman

I’ll hop on the Metro to be there on the Mall on Friday. As a veteran, I’m dismayed by the number of active duty and retired military service men and women who voted for this asswipe.

[electric_blue68]

47. TY to all The Vets that will be in DC for the March, and anywhere else concurrent!

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[democrank]

49. To all the veterans who are marching....thank you

To all the veterans who want to march but can’t, thank you.

I honor your service and I’m proud that nobody has to beg you to stand up for your country. Such courage…..really. Such courage.

[The Wizard]

50. Two day notice is inadequate

It looks like a setup to give the appearance that most veterans are really behind Trump.

[BumRushDaShow]

52. Per the link I included in the OP with the poster pic, it was mentiond *a week ago* (3/6/25)

It only appeared in this particular "M$M" article now because the others are completely ignoring it, being owned by RW oligarchs.

These "grassroots" efforts are often spread by social media and many older folks don't use that.

This group held a similar march on January 2nd or 3rd so this is not their first rodeo.

[displacedvermoter]

51. Going to Montpelier on Friday

Going to get some little flags to hand out to folks.

Hope there is a strong turnout.