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Trump Declares December 24 and 26 Federal Holidays

12/23/2025

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Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on December 18, 2025, declaring December 24 and 26, 2025 federal holidays for federal workers.
Private businesses are not required to observe these holidays.
Agency heads may close federal offices on those days based on public needs.
The U.S. Postal Service will deliver mail and keep post offices open on December 24 and 26, 2025.

History

Historical Context

The Federal Holidays Act of 1971 established a framework for federal holidays in the U.S., granting federal employees ten paid holidays annually. This act impacted over 2 million workers and aimed to create long weekends. In 2025, President Trump declared December 24 and 26 as federal holidays, reflecting ongoing adaptations in holiday observance to meet public needs and workforce management.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on December 18, 2025, declaring December 24 and 26, 2025 federal holidays for federal workers.
Private businesses are not required to observe these holidays.
Agency heads may close federal offices on those days based on public needs.
The U.S. Postal Service will deliver mail and keep post offices open on December 24 and 26, 2025.

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