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  • Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:90 FR 13263
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    In a proclamation dated March 18, 2025, President Donald J. Trump declared March 18 as National Agriculture Day. This day honors the vital role that farmers and agricultural workers play in the United States, acknowledging their contribution to providing food, clothing, and fuel. The proclamation highlights the dedication and hard work of those in the agriculture sector and emphasizes the importance of empowering them to ensure America's future prosperity. It calls on Americans to recognize agriculture's impact on daily life and express gratitude for the efforts of farmers and ranchers.

    Simple Explanation

    President Trump declared March 18 as a special day to say "thank you" to farmers who help provide food, clothes, and fuel for everyone. But, there seems to be a mix-up since he wasn't the President on that date in 2025.

  • Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:90 FR 13827
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, issued a proclamation recognizing March 25, 2025, as Greek Independence Day, a celebration of both Greek and American democracy. This day commemorates the Greek struggle for independence from the Ottoman Empire, which began on March 25, 1821. The proclamation highlights the historical and cultural ties between Greece and the United States, emphasizing shared values of democracy and freedom. It also notes the strategic partnership between the two countries, particularly in areas like defense and diplomacy.

    Simple Explanation

    The President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, declared March 25, 2025, as Greek Independence Day to celebrate when Greece started fighting for its freedom from a long time ago, and to remind everyone of how Greece and the U.S. work together as friends who care about freedom and democracy.

  • Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:90 FR 9505
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The document is a Presidential Proclamation by Donald J. Trump, declaring February 9, 2025, as Gulf of America Day. This follows an Executive Order changing the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America to honor its importance to the United States. The proclamation invites public officials and citizens to celebrate this day with appropriate events and activities. It emphasizes restoring American pride by acknowledging historical significance.

    Simple Explanation

    In a special announcement, the President said that February 9, 2025, is now called "Gulf of America Day" because the name of the Gulf of Mexico changed to the Gulf of America, and everyone should celebrate it.

  • Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:89 FR 96087
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    In the Presidential Proclamation for Thanksgiving Day 2024, President Joseph R. Biden Jr. encourages Americans to come together in gratitude and celebrate the many blessings of the nation. He reflects on the historical significance of Thanksgiving and highlights the spirit of unity and generosity reflected in American values. The proclamation acknowledges the contributions and sacrifices of service members, veterans, and first responders, as well as the dedication of workers, teachers, and families. President Biden declares Thursday, November 28, 2024, as a National Day of Thanksgiving, inviting people to reflect on the support and goodwill shared within their communities over the past year.

    Simple Explanation

    President Biden is reminding everyone to be thankful and celebrate together on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 2024. He wants people to think about the good things they have and remember all the helpers like soldiers and teachers who do so much for everyone.

  • Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:90 FR 11657
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The proclamation recognizes March 2 through March 8, 2025, as National Consumer Protection Week in the United States. During this week, the government emphasizes the importance of consumer rights, privacy, and transparency, and commits to protecting Americans from fraud and cyber security issues. The President also expresses support for broader transparency in prescription drug advertising and highlights the need for consumers to have honest and accurate information for making decisions. Citizens are encouraged to use resources provided by the Federal Trade Commission to stay informed and safeguard their financial and personal well-being.

    Simple Explanation

    The President of the United States has announced that March 2-8, 2025, is National Consumer Protection Week when everyone is reminded about the importance of keeping people's money and information safe from bad guys. During this week, the government helps people learn how to protect themselves from tricks and problems, like fake ads or sneaky computer stuff.

  • Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:90 FR 8755
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The document is a presidential proclamation by Donald J. Trump, designating January 27, 2025, as a National Day of Remembrance for the 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Auschwitz. It acknowledges the suffering and loss experienced during the Holocaust, specifically at the Auschwitz concentration camp. The proclamation honors the courage of survivors, reaffirms a commitment to educating future generations about these horrors, and emphasizes the need to fight against anti-Semitism. It calls on Americans to commemorate this day with various observances.

    Simple Explanation

    The president said that on January 27, 2025, everyone should remember a very sad time in history called the Holocaust, where many people suffered. He wants everyone to honor the brave people who survived and learn how to be kind and stop bad things like that from happening again.

  • Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:86 FR 215
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    On the 850th anniversary of the martyrdom of Saint Thomas Becket, President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation recognizing his legacy as a defender of religious freedom. Becket, who was killed in 1170 for opposing the King's attempts to control the Church, is remembered as a symbol of resistance against religious oppression. The proclamation emphasizes the importance of religious liberty in American society and pledges to continue defending the rights of believers worldwide. President Trump urges Americans to commemorate Becket's life and legacy through ceremonies in schools and churches.

    Simple Explanation

    President Trump made a special announcement to remember a man named Saint Thomas Becket, who lived a long time ago and stood up for people's freedom to believe in their own religion. The announcement asks everyone to think about being nice to each other about what they believe, but it doesn't say anything about changing any rules.

  • Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:90 FR 9109
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    In February 2025, President Donald J. Trump proclaimed the month as Career and Technical Education Month. The proclamation emphasizes the importance of vocational training and technical education for strengthening the American workforce in an era of rapid technological advancement. It highlights the administration's commitment to investing in high-quality career training to prepare students and workers for the demands of the modern economy. The proclamation also reflects on past achievements, such as signing the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act, and promises future initiatives to boost innovation and economic growth.

    Simple Explanation

    In February 2025, President Trump said it's important for people to learn special job skills like fixing things and using technology to get good jobs. He promised to help with this, but didn't say exactly how it would happen or how it would be checked.

  • Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:86 FR 7005
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The proclamation titled "Ending Discriminatory Bans on Entry to the United States" issued by President Joseph R. Biden Jr. aims to repeal previous measures that restricted entry from specific countries, primarily targeting Muslim and African nations. These actions are seen as inconsistent with American values and detrimental to national security and international relations. The proclamation revokes various executive orders and proclamations, instructs the resumption of visa processing, and outlines steps to address the backlog in visa processing. It also calls for a review and enhancement of screening and vetting procedures to ensure they are fair and effective, without compromising security and information-sharing with international partners.

    Simple Explanation

    The document is about President Biden saying people from some countries, who were previously not allowed to come to the U.S., can now come because he wants everyone to be treated fairly. He's also making sure checking people who want to come is still safe but also fair.

  • Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:90 FR 9817
    Reading Time:about 38 minutes

    The document is a presidential proclamation by Donald J. Trump addressing the issue of steel imports that threaten U.S. national security. The President decided to terminate previous trade agreements and exemptions with countries like Canada, Mexico, the European Union, and several others. From March 12, 2025, these countries will face additional tariffs on steel and derivative products, originally envisaged in a 2018 tariff policy. The proclamation aims to protect the U.S. steel industry by ensuring higher production capacity utilization and guarding against market practices contributing to global excess capacity.

    Simple Explanation

    The President decided that, starting March 12, 2025, some countries will have to pay extra taxes on the steel they sell to the U.S. to help keep American factories busy and strong. This change might make it a bit tricky for some businesses that use steel, but it’s meant to make sure there's enough work for steel workers in America.

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