Trump rejects Indigenous Peoples Day recognition

President Donald Trump declared Sunday that he intends to bring Columbus Day “back from the ashes” by rejecting the recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day alongside it, according to the Associated Press. Trump accused Democrats of tarnishing Christopher Columbus’ legacy and undermining the explorer’s historical significance. This stance contrasts with President Joe Biden’s 2021 proclamation, which honored Indigenous peoples’ contributions and resilience while acknowledging the nation’s historical failures toward Native communities. Trump criticized efforts to shift focus from Columbus to Indigenous history, arguing it diminished the explorer’s legacy and the Italian-American community's connection to him.