*Administration of Donald J. Trump, 2017 *

**Statement on the Observance of Kwanzaa **

*December 26, 2017 *

Today marks the first day of Kwanzaa, a weeklong celebration of African American heritage and culture. Together, let us celebrate during this joyous time the richness of the past and look with hope toward a brighter future. As families and friends join to light the kinara, Melania and I extend our warmest wishes for a joyful holiday season and a prosperous year to come.

*Categories:* Statements by the President : Kwanzaa*.*

*Names:* Trump, Melania*.*

*Subjects:* Holidays and special observances : Kwanzaa.

*DCPD Number:* DCPD201700931.