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Veterans Day on November 11th is a federal holiday in the U.S. with most government offices and banks closed, while the stock markets (NYSE and Nasdaq) remain open with a moment of silence, and mail services are not available. Stores and restaurants typically stay open, and many offer discounts to veterans.
Labor Day, celebrated on September 1, 2025, is a federal holiday honoring American workers, with government offices and courts closed, but most retailers like Walmart, Target, and grocery stores such as Publix remaining open with varying hours. Major shipping services have limited operations, and most restaurants are open.
President Trump argued that too many federal holidays hurt the economy by causing billions in losses, but research shows that while holidays can temporarily reduce productivity, they also boost worker morale and long-term productivity, and many sectors continue to operate. Holidays can benefit sectors like tourism and retail, and small businesses may see increased profits, suggesting the impact is complex and not solely negative.
President Trump did not acknowledge Juneteenth at the White House, only mentioning a desire to reduce 'non-working holidays' in a social media post, marking a departure from previous years' celebrations of the holiday.