President Donald Trump electrified the crowd at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, on Tuesday as he joined soldiers in celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States Army. The event, which included a commemorative speech and musical send-off, ended on a high note as the president broke into his now-iconic dance moves, prompting cheers and patriotic chants from service members in attendance.
Following a formal address that honored the Army’s long legacy and sacrifice, Trump thanked troops both in front of and behind the stage. As he exited, the Village People’s “Y.M.C.A.”—a now-familiar anthem associated with Trump rallies—boomed through the speakers. The crowd erupted, anticipating what would come next.
The Silence of the Generals
As President Donald Trump crossed a dangerous line at Fort Bragg, the brass failed to speak out in the Army’s defense. https://t.co/X8QyO2hTpM
— Jonathan Lemire (@JonLemire) June 11, 2025
Sure enough, the former president didn’t disappoint. Walking across the stage, Trump began performing his signature dance—a blend of claps, finger points, and shoulder shuffles—that has gone viral at past rallies and events. Soldiers cheered even louder, with chants of “USA! USA!” rippling through the crowd.
As he approached the rear of the stage, Trump turned toward the soldiers seated behind him. With a wide grin, he mimed a hug and offered a warm, sweeping gesture of thanks, drawing another wave of applause and support.
The Silence of the Generals after Trump at Bragg today is the single most critical national security issue facing the nation tonight. Without some active duty four star speaking up NOW respect for the military will shred and they will not garner even the respect to command. where… https://t.co/8yEu4ei0gH
— Barbara Starr (@bstarrreports) June 11, 2025
Before exiting, Trump paused again near the front of the crowd, raised a fist, and pointed toward various servicemembers, saying, “Thank you very much, thank you.” Just then, two soldiers near the stage began mimicking his dance, catching the president’s attention. Laughing, Trump mirrored their moves, reigniting cheers across the venue.
He continued clapping, pointing, and thanking the troops as he made his way off stage, surrounded by cheers and a soundtrack that’s become inseparable from his public persona.
. @SecDef “Standards, accountability, readiness, training, war fighting, lethality.
We’re not a college or university.
We’re not interested in your WOKE GARBAGE or your POLITCIAL CORRECTNESS.” pic.twitter.com/HHxcwaxm5D
— DOD Rapid Response (@DODResponse) June 10, 2025
