Presidential Message on National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day

Key Points

• Trump released a statement to honor American service members who were held as prisoners of war. The message recognizes the physical and mental abuse these soldiers faced while in captivity and thanks them for their sacrifice.
• The message highlights a law signed during Trump's first term that requires the POW/MIA flag to fly at federal buildings. This flag serves as a reminder of those who are still missing and the government's duty to bring them home.
• The statement also recognizes the families of prisoners of war. It acknowledges the years of fear and uncertainty they lived through while waiting for news about their loved ones.

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