America250: Celebrating the American Worker

This Labor Day, the U.S. Department of Labor is excited to kick off our official celebration of America’s 250th birthday.
For two and a half centuries, American workers have built this country into a shining symbol of freedom and opportunity. On Labor Day, we pause to recognize the achievements, contributions, and sacrifices of the hardworking men and women who have carried on the American Dream for future generations.

This year’s holiday brings even more significance, marking a milestone in our ongoing commitment to securing a better future for all workers. Under the leadership of President Trump, the Labor Department is taking steps to accomplish this mission by putting the American Worker First. It’s not just a slogan – it’s our promise to deliver results for the hardworking men and women of our great nation.

Celebrating 250 Years of American Workers:
A Special Labor Day Message from Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer

Celebrate the American Worker with Us This Labor Day!

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Watch How We're Putting Workers First

Secretary Chavez-DeRemer has hit the road to celebrate 250 years of American workers on her
America at Work listening tour, speaking to men and women from a variety of different industries and backgrounds.
Hear what they have to say about the Trump Administration's efforts to put them first:

Highlighting 250 Years

Let the Celebrations of American Workers Begin!

Secretary Chavez-DeRemer and Deputy Secretary Keith Sonderling visited Erie, Pennsylvania, to march in a Labor Day parade alongside Teamsters Local 397 and kick off our celebration of America’s 250th birthday.

Getting Outside of D.C.

To better understand the needs of the American Workforce today, Secretary Chavez-DeRemer has been talking directly with hardworking men and women all around our nation.

First Jobs

From paper routes to lifeguarding, Cabinet Secretaries now leading the nation shared their first-job stories for Labor Day!

Investing in the American Worker

On Labor Day, Secretary Chavez-DeRemer penned an op-ed to highlight President Trump's commitment to expanding Registered Apprenticeships and investing in American Workers.

Secretary Chavez-DeRemer, wearing a hard hat, shakes hands with a woman in the trades while several other workers look on

Putting American Workers First!

By prioritizing workforce development, the Trump Administration is delivering for American workers.

Blue-Collar Boom

It’s a new dawn in America, and the U.S. Department of Labor will continue to promote investments in the skilled trades.

A blue graphic with a map of the United States and the text "See Highlights from Secretary Chavez De-Remer's America at Work Listening Tour." Eight photos show the secretary at worksites in different states around the country meeting with workers and employers.