On Armed Forces Day, President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation saluting the men and women serving in all six branches of the U.S. military, characterizing them as the "steadfast protectors" of the nation’s security and the foundation of its peace and prosperity.

Key highlights from the President’s proclamation include:

The President offered a specific tribute to those serving in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Space Force. He described the American military as the "most powerful, accomplished, and courageous" force in human history, highlighting its "supreme dominance" across all domains: land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace.

As the United States commemorates its Semiquincentennial, the President linked the nation’s 250 years of independence directly to the service of its warriors. He noted that American freedom has been secured through:

• • Divine Providence: The grace of "Almighty God."

  • Military Sacrifice: The "unrelenting effort" of generations of service members who have protected the American way of life "without failure or retreat."

President Trump reaffirmed his "unbreakable commitment" to the warfighters, pledging that under his leadership, the military will always possess:

• • Unparalleled Lethality: The training and "unwavering resolve" needed to safeguard the homeland.

  • Superior Resources: The equipment and funding necessary to achieve "decisive victory on any field of battle."

The proclamation concluded with a joint salute from the President and First Lady Melania Trump to both the service members and their "faithful families." The President stated that the nation is "eternally indebted" to the families who support the troops from the home front.

The President characterized the U.S. military as a "beacon of liberty," asserting that America remains strong because of the "inspiring valor" of those who willingly put their lives on the line to defend the nation's history, constitutional heritage, and freedom.

On the 222nd anniversary of the start of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation honoring the "Corps of Discovery" for forever altering the destiny of the United States.

The President framed the expedition as a testament to the "unmatched courage and perseverance" that defines the American character, linking the historic journey to the nation's current pursuit of new frontiers in innovation and greatness.

Following the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, President Thomas Jefferson commissioned a small, elite military unit—the Corps of Discovery—to explore the vast new lands.

• • The Launch: On May 14, 1804, Captain Meriwether Lewis and Lieutenant William Clark departed from Camp Dubois in Illinois.

  • The Objective: Their mission was to assert American sovereignty over the territory and establish a presence from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean.

The President recounted the immense physical challenges faced by the explorers, including:

• • Navigating the Missouri River.

  • Crossing the Rocky Mountains under "extreme conditions."

  • Following the Columbia River to reach the Pacific coast in November 1805.

Beyond physical endurance, the expedition was highlighted for its intellectual and diplomatic contributions:

• • Documentation: The team recorded new wildlife, plant species, and geography, creating maps that would guide American expansion for generations.

  • Tribal Relations: The President noted the "indispensable assistance" of guides and interpreters, most notably Sacagawea and her son, "Little Pomp." Their presence helped the Corps forge essential relationships with Native American tribes.

President Trump described the return of the expedition in 1806 as a moment that unlocked the American West.

• • Fulfilling Destiny: The journey proved there was "no frontier too vast" and "no dream beyond reach," helping to fulfill the nation’s Manifest Destiny.

  • Prosperity: The expedition carried the "promise of prosperity" to the far corners of the continent, inspiring millions of Americans to move westward.

As the United States commemorates its Semiquincentennial (250th anniversary), the President called on the nation to honor the bold spirit of Lewis and Clark by pursuing "new frontiers of innovation." He concluded by pledging that the United States will remain strong and free, continuing to push the limits of possibility just as the pioneers did over two centuries ago.

President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump issued a statement today joining Christians across the United States and around the world in celebrating the Feast of the Ascension.

The President’s message highlighted the spiritual significance of the day and its connection to the American identity:

• • The Miracle of the Ascension: The President noted that 40 days after the "miracle of Easter," the Feast of the Ascension commemorates Jesus’ bodily departure from Earth and His return to Heaven.

  • A Foundation of Meaning: For millions of Americans, the President stated, the "love of Christ" provides the nation with its deepest sense of meaning, purpose, and identity.

  • A Blessed Nation: As the country celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence, the President reaffirmed his belief that America remains great because it has always been a "Nation blessed by God."

The statement reflects the administration’s ongoing emphasis on the role of faith and divine providence in the history and future of the American Republic.