President Donald J. Trump's 2025 proclamation designates the third Saturday of May as Armed Forces Day.

The proclamation praises the service and sacrifice of America's military personnel across all branches, highlighting increased recruitment numbers and expressing gratitude for their dedication to national security and humanitarian missions.

It encourages Americans to display the flag and participate in local Armed Forces Day observances, furthering public understanding and appreciation.

President Donald J. Trump issued an executive order addressing the inadequate treatment of veterans by the Federal Government.

The order establishes the National Center for Warrior Independence on the West Los Angeles VA campus to house and support homeless veterans.

It directs the reallocation of funds and prioritizes improved accountability within the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Furthermore, it mandates efforts to reduce wait times for healthcare appointments and expand services, including exploring options for care at military treatment facilities.

President Donald J. Trump's proclamation designates May 9, 2025, as Military Spouse Day, expressing gratitude for the unwavering devotion and sacrifices of military spouses.

The proclamation highlights the significant challenges military spouses face, particularly high unemployment and wage gaps, while also acknowledging past and ongoing efforts to improve employment opportunities within the Federal Government.

It calls upon Americans to honor military spouses with ceremonies and activities, emphasizing their vital role in supporting the nation's armed forces.

President Donald J. Trump's May 7, 2025 proclamation designates May 2025 as National Foster Care Month.

The proclamation acknowledges the vital role foster families play in providing care for over 360,000 children annually and emphasizes the importance of supporting these families and children.

It also highlights the Family First Prevention Services Act, aimed at keeping families together through evidence-based interventions.

The President's call to action encourages all Americans to find ways to support children and youth in foster care and to recognize the contributions of foster parents.

President Donald J. Trump's proclamation designates May 3-4, 2025, as National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend.

The proclamation honors the lives and sacrifices of firefighters who died in the line of duty, acknowledging their bravery and the profound loss felt by their families and communities.

The flag of the United States is to be flown at half-staff on May 4th in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service, as per Public Law 107-51.

The proclamation emphasizes the heroism and dedication of firefighters, highlighting specific examples, and expresses gratitude for the profession.

President Donald J. Trump's proclamation designates April 20-26, 2025, as National Volunteer Week.

The proclamation praises the vital role of volunteers in American communities, highlighting their selfless service in various sectors such as soup kitchens, schools, and hospitals.

It encourages all Americans to participate in volunteer activities and to integrate service into their daily lives.

This April 17, 2025, presidential memorandum extends a freeze on hiring for federal civilian employees through July 15, 2025.

The freeze applies to all executive branch agencies, barring exceptions for national security, public safety, immigration enforcement and essential services.

Future hiring must comply with a merit-based hiring plan.

Contracting to circumvent the freeze is prohibited, and agencies are instructed to use existing personnel efficiently.

The memorandum also does not affect the deadline for a plan to reduce the federal workforce.

Exceptions may be granted by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM).

The freeze will remain in effect for the IRS until the Treasury Secretary determines otherwise and publishes a notice in the Federal Register.

This presidential memorandum tackles the issue of illegal aliens obtaining Social Security Act benefits.

It directs several agencies, including the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Homeland Security, to implement measures to ensure only eligible individuals receive benefits.

Key actions include promulgating guidance to prevent improper payments, strengthening fraud prosecution efforts via Special Assistant United States Attorneys, and improving data management to identify deceased beneficiaries.

The memorandum emphasizes compliance with applicable law and the importance of preventing fraud, waste, and abuse.