Trump 's supporters considered the event to be a display of the president 's pride for the country and its military . Comparisons were drawn to " Honor America Day " — a 1970 Independence Day rally at the Capitol in support of Richard Nixon , who appeared via a pre-recorded speech to attendees , in the wake of controversy over the invasion of Cambodia and the Kent State shootings . That event also faced opposition , notably by anti-Vietnam War protesters and other protesters smoking cannabis in support of legalization
Kent State shootings
Kent State shootings
Salute to America