President Donald Trump reignited a familiar cultural battle by reinstating Columbus Day as a stand-alone holiday and omitting any mention of Indigenous Peoples’ Day from his 2025 proclamation.

Calling Christopher Columbus “the original American hero,” Trump declared his intention to “reclaim [Columbus’s] extraordinary legacy from left-wing arsonists who have sought to destroy his name and dishonor his memory.” The proclamation celebrates Italian-American heritage and portrays Columbus as a symbol of discovery and patriotism. “We’re back, Italians,” Trump said, according to People magazine.

The decision marks a sharp reversal from recent years, when multiple presidents had formally recognized both holidays. Dozens of U.S. cities and states — including Los Angeles, Seattle, and Philadelphi

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