On Columbus Day 2025, Italian American communities across the country welcomed President Trump’s proclamation reaffirming the second Monday in October as Columbus Day, a move some say aims to reclaim the explorer’s legacy of faith, courage, and perseverance. But this shift comes amid a broader cultural debate: many states and cities have replaced Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples’ Day to honor Native American contributions. In response, the Italian American One Voice Coalition has formed a new alliance with the Native American Guardians Association (NAGA) to build bridges rather than deepen divides.