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Trump declares national holidays to celebrate WWI, WWII victories

  • President Donald Trump issued a proclamation on Wednesday, designating May 8, 2025, as Victory Day to celebrate World War II in the United States.
  • Trump backed away from renaming plans and decided instead to declare national holidays to honor the victories in both World War I and World War II.
  • This proclamation aligns with the eightieth year since Victory in Europe Day, a milestone already marked by numerous European nations through various ceremonies and parades.
  • Trump announced on social media that he is officially designating May 8 as the day to honor the victory in World War II and November 11 as the day to recognize the victory in World War I, emphasizing America's leading role in securing these successes.
  • The proclamation and new holidays aim to increase recognition of U.S. Veterans’ service, with veteran groups expressing encouragement for these steps honoring wartime contributions.
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Newsmax broke the news in Washington, United States on Tuesday, May 6, 2025.
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