Trump Vows To Bring Columbus Day Back 'From The Ashes', Rejects Biden's Move To Honor Indigenous Peoples Day

Many cities and US states have adopted Indigenous Peoples Day in lieu of Columbus Day, following years of urging from Indigenous groups and activists who say the explorer brought little more than genocide and colonization to the Americas. (Credit: AFP)

President Donald Trump announced Sunday that he will not follow the precedent set by President Joe Biden of recognizing Indigenous Peoples Day alongside Columbus Day, stating firmly that he was "bringing Columbus Day back."

In his remarks on Truth Social, Trump accused Democrats of trying to erase the legacy of Christopher Columbus, whom he described as a foundational figure in American history. He also criticized the Democrats for denigrating Columbus's role in connecting Europe to the Americas.