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Today is Juneteenth. When did Juneteenth become a federal holiday? Why do we celebrate?
Juneteenth, the holiday marking the official end of slavery is celebrated annually on June 19, but became recognized as a ...
As Americans Celebrate Juneteenth, Donald Trump Complains About Too Many Federal Holidays
As Americans celebrated Juneteenth on Thursday, Donald Trump complained that there are too many federal holidays.
What is Juneteenth? The meaning behind the June 19 federal holiday and how it's celebrated
June 19 marks Juneteenth, a holiday that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. It became a ...
What is Juneteenth? Here's the history of the newest federal holiday
Juneteenth marks the events of June 19, 1865, in Galveston, Texas when the last Black slaves of the Confederacy were ordered ...
Are banks, post offices open on Juneteenth? Here's what's closed on the federal holiday
Like most federal holidays, expect your local banks and credit unions to be closed in observance of Juneteenth. Postal ...
Some NC employees get Juneteenth off. Here's who gets a paid holiday
Juneteenth, which falls on the same day every year, is a federal holiday. But not all government employees get a day off.
Is Juneteenth a federal holiday? See 2025 holiday calendar
Juneteenth falls on Thursday, June 19 in 2025. Here's what to know about whether government offices will be open or closed.