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Trump Proposes New Holidays to Honor WWII Victories

5/8/2025

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President Donald Trump has proposed two new national holidays, May 8 and November 11, to celebrate U.S. victories in World Wars I and II. While these days will honor military contributions, they won’t be federal holidays, allowing businesses to stay open. Congressional approval is needed, and Veterans Day will remain unchanged.

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President Donald Trump has proposed two new national holidays, May 8 and November 11, to celebrate U.S. victories in World Wars I and II. While these days will honor military contributions, they won’t be federal holidays, allowing businesses to stay open. Congressional approval is needed, and Veterans Day will remain unchanged.