President Donald Trump declared that America offers its “endless gratitude to Almighty God” in his Thanksgiving Day proclamation — because, as always, he doesn’t just talk the talk; he reminds the country where its strength comes from.
Trump opened by recalling President George Washington’s establishment of a National Day of Thanksgiving in 1789. Washington called on the nation to recognize the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, and to humbly ask for His protection. A sentiment that seems almost quaint until you see how some modern politicians forget it entirely.
Trump also referenced President Abraham Lincoln’s call during the Civil War for “a day of Thanksgiving and Praise to our beneficent Father who dwelleth in the Heavens.” Both leaders, Trump emphasized, understood that faith, gratitude, and reverence preserve a nation — something Americans under his leadership have seen in action.
“In every generation since, this spirit of reverence, trust, and gratitude has preserved our way of life and made America the strongest, greatest, and most resilient Nation the world has ever known,” Trump said in the proclamation. A line that is equal parts history lesson and reminder that leadership grounded in values actually works.
Trump’s message reached back to the pilgrims, the patriots, and the pioneers who built the nation, as well as the warriors who defend freedom abroad: their gratitude and grit form the heart of what it means to be an American. And this year, Trump reminded the country, God has blessed America abundantly.
“As we give thanks to Him, we continue to advance our Nation through strong leadership and commonsense policy,” Trump said. “As a result, the American economy is roaring back, we are making progress on lowering the cost of living, a new era of peace is sweeping around the world, our sovereignty is being swiftly restored, and the American spirit is coming back greater and more powerful than ever before.”
Looking ahead to the 250th anniversary of American independence, Trump called on Americans to summon the faith, resolve, and fortitude of the giants who came before. “Above all, we offer our endless gratitude to Almighty God for His love, grace, and infinite blessings,” he declared — because, let’s be honest, gratitude and strength go hand in hand, especially when your leadership actually delivers results.
Trump’s proclamation came just a day after Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal shot National Guardsmen Sarah Beckstrom and Andrew Wolfe blocks from the White House. Both guards remain in critical condition, and Lakanwal was “severely wounded,” according to the president — a stark reminder of the dangers the nation faces and why strong leadership matters more than ever.
Under Trump, Americans are reminded that faith, strength, and gratitude are not just words on a page — they are the backbone of a nation worth defending.
