NEWS ALERT: Donald Trump Signs Executive Order to Rename Veterans Day to “American Heroes Day”
In a bold and highly controversial move, former President Donald Trump has officially signed an executive order to rename Veterans Day to “American Heroes Day,” fulfilling a promise he made just days ago during a campaign-style rally in Florida. The announcement came early this morning, accompanied by a press release and a live video posted to Trump’s social media platform, Truth Social.
“It’s done,” Trump declared triumphantly. “We are now celebrating American Heroes Day. This is not just a name change—it’s a mindset change. It’s about honoring our warriors with the power and respect they deserve. Veterans are not just veterans. They are heroes, and they will be remembered as such forever.”
The executive order states that all federal references to Veterans Day, including calendars, memorial events, and educational materials, will now reflect the new name, effective immediately. Trump emphasized that the day will still honor all former service members, but with a “more powerful and proud identity.”
The decision has sparked a tidal wave of reaction, with supporters hailing it as a long-overdue recognition of the sacrifices made by the military, and critics calling it a dangerous rewriting of American history.
“This is classic Trump—dramatic, symbolic, and aimed squarely at his base,” said political analyst Karen Moreno. “He knows exactly what kinds of moves generate headlines, and this one will dominate the news cycle.”
Veterans groups are divided. Some, like the conservative-leaning American Patriots for Freedom, praised the move. “Our members are thrilled,” said spokesperson Paul Dennison. “Veterans have always deserved more than just a day. ‘American Heroes Day’ feels stronger, bolder, and more fitting.”
However, other groups have expressed disappointment and outrage. The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) issued a strongly worded statement: “We were not consulted on this decision. Veterans Day holds historical significance dating back to World War I. Renaming it erases a part of our shared military heritage.”
Historians also weighed in, cautioning against the implications of such a sudden change. “Veterans Day was established not just to honor soldiers, but to commemorate peace,” said Dr. Eleanor Carter, a military history professor at Georgetown University. “Changing the name without public input risks politicizing a day that was meant to unify Americans.”
The White House (currently under President Joe Biden’s administration) has not yet released an official response, but several Democratic lawmakers have already signaled their intent to challenge the executive order. Legal experts say it’s unclear whether Trump, as a former president, holds the authority to enforce such an order without legislative backing—suggesting this could be more of a symbolic gesture than a binding policy.
Nevertheless, Trump’s supporters are celebrating across social media platforms, using hashtags like #AmericanHeroesDay and #TrumpDelivers.
As with many of Trump’s moves, this one has turned a solemn national tradition into a lightning rod of political and cultural debate—one that is sure to unfold in the weeks to come.
