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Columbus Day Observance Varies
Trump defends Columbus Day as states split on Indigenous recognition.
In brief
Trump defends Columbus Day as states split on Indigenous recognition. Columbus Day observance varies by state: 20 states and territories offer paid holidays, 10 recognize it without paid time off, and 5 pair it with Indigenous Peoples Day. Originally reported by Straight Arrow.
Columbus Day Observance
Americans mark Columbus Day on Monday under a patchwork of state and local observances.
Trump's Columbus Day Proclamation
Trump proclaimed Oct. 12, 2026 as Columbus Day and directed U.S. flags be displayed on public buildings.
Trump's Columbus Statue
Trump highlighted a replica of Christopher Columbus in D.C. in social media posts.
Federal Holiday Impact
Federal offices close and regular mail delivery halts on Columbus Day.
State Holiday Status
30 states and three territories recognize Columbus Day in some form, but only 20 states and two territories provide paid holidays for state workers.
Indigenous Peoples Day Pairing
Five states recognize Indigenous Peoples Day on the same date as Columbus Day.
State Shifts to Indigenous Day
Maine, Vermont, New Mexico and D.C. replaced Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples Day in 2019.
At a glance
Columbus Day observance varies by state: 20 states and territories offer paid holidays, 10 recognize it without paid time off, and 5 pair it with Indigenous Peoples Day.
