Issued 2025-06-13 by Donald J. Trump
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President Donald J. Trump has issued Proclamation 10952, which designates the "250th Anniversary of the Founding of the United States Army." This executive action is a ceremonial observance that brings national attention to this anniversary. As a proclamation, it is purely declaratory and expresses the sentiment of the President on behalf of the nation. It does not create new law, direct
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This proclamation designates "250th Anniversary of the Founding of the United States Army" — a ceremonial observance that brings national attention to anniversary of the founding of the united states army. Presidents have issued ceremonial proclamations since George Washington, and they fall squarely within the executive tradition. They do not create new law, direct federal spending, or impose legal obligations on citizens.
Ceremonial proclamations like this one are purely declaratory. They express the sentiment of the President on behalf of the nation, drawing public awareness to causes or communities. They require no congressional approval and face no constitutional challenges.
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