Per White House tradition, President Donald Trump released a greeting ahead of the Jewish High Holidays.
The White House sent the video message on Monday, ahead of Rosh Hashanah, which starts this year on Wednesday evening.
Below is the transcript and video of Trump’s address:
“On behalf of all Americans, I want to wish Jewish families many blessings in the New Year. The High Holy Days are a time of both reflection on the past year and hope for renewal in the year to come.
“Jewish communities across the country, and around the world, enter into a time of prayer, repentance, and rededication to the sacred values and traditions that guide the incredible character, and spirit, of the Jewish people. We reaffirm the unbreakable bond between the United States and Israel, and we ask God to deliver justice, dignity, and peace on Earth.
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“Melania and I wish everyone a sweet, healthy, and peaceful year, which we hope will bring many blessings to all. Thank you, God Bless you, and God Bless America.”
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