Each Veterans Day, we take time to reflect on the sacrifices made by all the men and women who have served our great nation. It’s a day of honor. A time of somber contemplation. A moment where the nation pauses and thanks those who have answered the call to stand against the evil that comes against the America we all love. Together, President Trump and Vice President JD Vance both visited Arlington National Cemetery Tuesday. During the ceremony, President Trump placed a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier as the crowd took in a moment of silence.
During his speech, standing in between the beautiful architecture of Arlington, President Trump honored veterans as only he can.
President Trump: This morning, on these hallowed grounds where generations of American heroes rest in eternal glory, we gather to fulfill the sacred duty of every free man and woman. On Veterans Day, we honor those who have worn the uniform and whose rags have formed the mighty wall of flesh and blood that has defended our freedom for 250 years. Today, to every Veteran, we say the words too often left unsaid – Thank you for your service. We also want to say thank you for carrying America’s faith on your strong, very broad, proud shoulders. Each of you has earned the respect and the gratitude of our entire nation. We love you. We solute you, and we will never forget what you have done to keep America safe, sovereign, and free.
President Trump and Vice President JD Vance Deliver Remarks on Veterans Day https://t.co/UpJU0XeJnM
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) November 11, 2025
Wow, what strong recognition of the importance of our veterans from the Commander in Chief. President Trump also took a moment to highlight how his administration has helped streamline veteran services by removing burdensome bureaucracy. The VA team has put in one million service hours. Opened 20 new facilities across 13 states. Processed a record three million backlogged claims. And possibly most importantly, the administration brought back “VA Choice,” which allows veterans to get outside care from a doctor of their choice if the backlog takes too long for them to get care—a huge win for veterans.
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President Trump also discussed the ideals and selfless commitment that come with being a veteran.
President Trump: With selfless commitment and unyielding conviction, they made themselves America’s ramparts, and became the shield between our homeland and those who would do us harm. With everything they had, they did one thing above all else—they put America First.
I hope every veteran is able to read or listen to this speech. As they are and have been “the shield between our homeland and those who would do us harm.” We honor them today.
While his speech won’t get as much attention, Vice President Vance nearly stole the show early on as he discussed how well he knows the president.
V.P. Vance: I’ve learned a couple things from working so closely with the president of the United States. The first thing, he loves our nations veterans and has committed our nation’s administration to putting our veterans first every single day. And the second thing I’ve learned about the president of the United States, is that he really hates when somebody who’s speaking before him goes on for too long. And so with that in mind, I have prepared a very brief and very inspiring 1 hour and 45 minute speech on this beautiful Veterans Day.
It’s not often you can catch this president off guard, but JD got a good laugh from the president here. Let me add my small voice of gratitude today towards our veterans. We are so grateful for your service and sacrifice. Millions of Americans across this country share this sentiment—you have not been forgotten. You all are the legacy that keeps America moving forward while remembering our past. I join the president: thank you for your service.
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