On Veterans Day, President Donald Trump delivered a solemn and patriotic address at Arlington National Cemetery, affirming that America’s strength and freedom are the direct result of the sacrifices made by her veterans. Speaking after a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Trump praised generations of American warriors who, he said, endured the horrors of war so others could live in peace.
“Generation after generation, America’s warriors have left behind the comforts of home and family to face violence, evil, and death, so that our families could know joy, goodness, and peace,” Trump told the crowd. “We honor them so strongly.”
He emphasized that the American Dream—revived under his administration—owes its continued survival to those who served in uniform. “Our heroes have lived through unthinkable nightmares so we could live the American dream, and the American Dream is coming back again, stronger than ever before,” he said.
Trump pointed to America’s 250-year legacy of freedom, crediting veterans for preserving it. “They have volunteered to give their last breaths to all of us so that we could breathe free,” he said. “America stands tall because America’s veterans stood so strong.”
The president also detailed how his administration has worked to improve care for veterans. His remarks highlighted the successful processing of 3 million previously backlogged VA claims, the addition of over 1 million service hours at VA centers, and the opening of 20 new facilities across more than a dozen states. He emphasized the restoration of VA Choice and Accountability, allowing veterans to access private healthcare when faced with delays in the government system.
Joining President Trump at Arlington were Vice President JD Vance, House Speaker Mike Johnson, Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins, and other top cabinet members and agency heads.
