Trump Signs Proclamation Reinstating Columbus Day

The president said the national flag will be displayed on all public buildings on Columbus Day.

President Donald Trump (C) holds up signing documents recognizing days honoring Leif Erikson and Christopher Columbus while he speaks during a Cabinet meeting, alongside Secretary of State Marco Rubio (L) and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth (R), in the Cabinet Room of the White House, on Oct. 9, 2025. Jim Watson/AFP via Getty Images

President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Oct. 9 recognizing Oct. 13 as Columbus Day in honor of Italian explorer Christopher Columbus.

“Columbus Day, we’re back, Italians. We love the Italians,” Trump said after signing the proclamation at the White House.