Proclamation 10929—National Day of Prayer, 2025
Issued 2025-05-01 by Donald J. Trump
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President Donald J. Trump has issued a proclamation designating May 1, 2025, as the "National Day of Prayer, 2025." This action is a ceremonial observance that brings national attention to a day of prayer. It does not create new laws, direct federal spending, or impose any legal obligations on citizens.
This proclamation is purely declaratory, meaning it expresses
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This proclamation designates "National Day of Prayer, 2025" — a ceremonial observance that brings national attention to day of prayer. 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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