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Donald Trump Signs Columbus Day Proclamation, Declares 'We're Back, Italians'

PBS NewsHourOctober 9, 20251 min185,633 views
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Columbus Day Proclamation Signing

  • ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Donald Trump signed a proclamation for Columbus Day, noting that Christopher Columbus, an Italian explorer, discovered the new world in 1492.
  • ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น The holiday is highlighted as particularly important for Italian Americans, celebrating Columbus's legacy of innovation and exploration.
  • ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Trump declared, "We're back, Italians," expressing affection for the Italian community.

Press Reaction

  • ๐Ÿ‘ The press in attendance broke out in applause following the proclamation, an unusual reaction described as never having been seen before.
  • โœ… The event underscored a moment of perceived support and recognition for Italian Americans and the legacy of Columbus.
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