Trump claims victory in World War II, proclaiming May 8 as a national holiday.
Headline: Trump Shakes Up National Observances, Naming Days for WWI and WWII Victories
Take a seat, folks! Let's spill the tea on the latest from the Trump camp. The Former POTUS, Donald J himself, has taken it upon himself to celebrate America's war victories in a big way.
He's making some major moves on the social media platform Truth Social. On May 2nd, 2025, he announced his plans to rename Veterans Day (November 11) to "Victory Day for World War I" and designate May 8 as "Victory in World War II Day."
Now, you might wonder, why the change? Well, Trump believes it's about time we celebrated our victories again, especially the ones from World War I, originally commemorated as Armistice Day.
And, if you're curious about May 8, that's the day that's been recognized as Victory in Europe (VE) Day. But, with Mr. Trump's new proposal, it's set to become a brand-new observance for our WWII victories, though he didn't specify if it would officially be a federal holiday (that would require a nod from Capitol Hill).
So, why all this fuss about our victories? Trump thinks the U.S. "won both wars" with a combination of unmatched strength, bravery, and military brilliance. He's not shy about criticizing current leaders for their perceived failure to adequately celebrate these monumental achievements.
This isn't the first time Trump has shown an interest in rebranding our national observances during his second term. It looks like he's set on putting his mark on American history in his own unique way. We'll just have to wait and see how this plays out!
Remember to stick around for more updates on this developing story. Until then, keep calm and carry on, my friends!
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- Petrova posted on her general news blog that Trump has declared May 8, previously known as Victory in Europe (VE) Day, as "Victory in World War II Day" on Truth Social.
- Trump's move to rename Veterans Day (November 11) to "Victory Day for World War I" and May 8 as "Victory in World War II Day" came as a surprise to many, particularly due to his emphasis on America's war victories.
- In war-and-conflicts-related politics, Trump's recent declaration of a new observance day for World War II victories has spurred debate and discussion across various platforms, including Washington's political circle.
- Despite not specifying if the proposed change for May 8 would be an official federal holiday, Trump's latest announcement further reinforces his intention to leave a lasting impact on American history, especially in the field of war-and-conflicts observances.
