President Trump declares Veterans Day will now be recognized as “Victory Day,” restoring America’s rightful recognition of military triumphs that other nations celebrate, while we were shamefully silent.
Story Highlights
- Trump officially designates Veterans Day as “Victory Day for World War I” during the Arlington Cemetery ceremony.
- The President expands the designation to include World War II, noting America won both wars but never celebrated victories.
- Announcement follows wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in frigid conditions with Vice President Vance.
- Move addresses Trump’s frustration that other nations celebrate Victory Days while America remains silent about its military achievements.
Trump Restores American Military Pride at Arlington
President Trump announced during his Veterans Day speech at Arlington National Cemetery that November 11 will now be recognized as “Victory Day for World War I,” citing America’s decisive role in forcing Germany’s surrender on that date in 1918.
The president laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in brutally cold conditions, with wind gusts reaching 16 miles per hour and temperatures below freezing. Vice President JD Vance, an Iraq War veteran, and Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins joined Trump for the solemn ceremony honoring America’s fallen heroes.
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America Finally Claims Its Rightful Victory Recognition
Trump expressed frustration that foreign nations celebrate their Victory Days while America remained silent about its military achievements.
“I saw France was celebrating ‘Victory Day’, but we didn’t. And I saw France was celebrating another ‘victory day’ for World War II, and other countries were celebrating. They were all celebrated. We’re the one that won the wars,” Trump declared.
The president expanded the designation to include World War II, stating Americans will now say “Victory Day for World War I and World War II.” He noted that other conflicts could receive similar recognition in the future, emphasizing America’s impressive military track record.
Government Shutdown Resolution Promises Quick Reopening
Trump celebrated Congress moving closer to ending the devastating 42-day government shutdown that crippled federal operations and left 1.4 million workers without pay.
The shutdown disrupted air travel nationwide and jeopardized food-stamp payments for nearly 42 million Americans, highlighting the real-world consequences of Washington dysfunction.
“We’re opening up our country. Should have never been closed,” Trump stated, promising a “quick” reopening after Senate Democrats finally capitulated to pass temporary funding through January 30, 2026.
The president emphasized that American heroes sacrificed so citizens could live the American dream, which he declared is “coming back again, stronger than ever before.”
Historic Arlington Setting for Patriotic Proclamation
The ceremony took place at Arlington National Cemetery, which houses approximately 400,000 remains and sits on the former estate of Confederate General Robert E. Lee.
The sprawling cemetery occupies land once owned by George Washington’s step-grandson, George Washington Parke Custis, who built the imposing mansion overlooking the Potomac River.
Trump recognized a wounded soldier he had recently visited at Walter Reed military hospital during his remarks.
The president is also considering erecting a triumphal arch in the traffic circle approaching the cemetery, within sight of the Lincoln Memorial, to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence next year.
