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Trump Declares December 26, 2025, Federal Holiday

12/26/2025

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Trump Declares Holiday

U.S. President Donald Trump declared a federal holiday on December 26, 2025, closing most federal offices.
Banks and the U.S. Postal Service remained open, with mail delivery continuing as scheduled.
Retailers such as Walmart and Target operated normally, while many private-sector workers returned to work.
The stock market resumed regular trading hours, and the day after Christmas is often called Boxing Day in other countries.

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Pharmacies Open Holidays

CVS Health will operate on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day, though hours may vary.
Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. will be open on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
In Ithaca, Wegmans and Trader Joe’s will close on Christmas Day and reopen on December 26, 2025.
Walmart will close on Christmas Day but resume regular hours on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.

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Historical Context

In 1870, the U.S. Congress established federal holidays, including Christmas, to unify observance across states. This laid the groundwork for additional holidays, such as Boxing Day in Canada and the UK. President Trump's declaration of December 26, 2025, as a federal holiday reflects evolving trends in holiday observance and retail, impacting economic activity and employee schedules nationwide.

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Trump Declares Holiday

U.S. President Donald Trump declared a federal holiday on December 26, 2025, closing most federal offices.
Banks and the U.S. Postal Service remained open, with mail delivery continuing as scheduled.
Retailers such as Walmart and Target operated normally, while many private-sector workers returned to work.
The stock market resumed regular trading hours, and the day after Christmas is often called Boxing Day in other countries.

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