President Donald Trump released two proclamations honoring America’s World War II victory and the sacrifices made by military spouses, linking both observances to the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary celebration.
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“V” stands for victory. Not only for soldiers, but for the brave spouses that have stood beside them through thick and thin, according to President Donald Trump.
Trump released two proclamations honoring America’s World War II victory and the sacrifices made by military spouses, linking both observances to the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary celebration, according to a story by Newsmax.
On Thursday, Trump declared May 8, 2026, as “Victory Day for World War II,” praising the Allied triumph over Nazi Germany, as he rendered honor to the Americans who fought and died to preserve freedom in Europe.
“As we celebrate Victory Day for World War II — we celebrate America’s monumental triumph over tyranny and evil in Europe,” Trump wrote, crediting “the might of our Armed Forces and those of our Allies” for defeating Nazi Germany.
Some of the battles the President highlighted included Normandy and the Battle of the Bulge, while stressing the sacrifices made by both soldiers overseas and Americans supporting the war effort at home.
During the war, more than 250,000 Americans died fighting Nazi Germany, he said.
President Trump said that a three-day ceasefire and prisoner swap between Russia and Ukraine would occur May 9-11, in recognition of Victory Day in Russia celebrating the Soviet triumph over Nazi Germany in World War II.
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“Their heroic sacrifice reminds us that the sacred freedoms we cherish are forged in sacrifice and must be fiercely defended both at home and abroad,” Trump said.
“Military spouses are vital to our national defense,” Trump wrote. “Their unwavering support of the home front enables our service members to protect our homeland and defend our liberty.”
Trump mentioned policies from his first administration, created with the goal of improving employment opportunities and flexibility for military spouses, including more developed remote work options and increased professional license portability across state lines.
“We made great progress, but more work is needed in employment, quality housing, affordable childcare, accessible healthcare, and education,” Trump said, pledging continued support for military families.
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