WASHINGTON (CHATNEWSTV) — Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday commemorated the National Days of Remembrance for Victims of the Holocaust, paying tribute to the six million Jews and millions of other victims murdered by the Nazis and reaffirming the United States’ commitment to combat global antisemitism.
“This week, Jeanette and I join Jewish communities and people of all faiths across the United States in marking the National Days of Remembrance,” Rubio said in a statement. “We remember the six million Jews and millions of others murdered by the Nazis and their collaborators. We also honor the survivors who were subjected to unspeakable suffering.”
This year’s remembrance coincides with the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, when Allied forces liberated tens of thousands from Nazi death camps across Europe.
“We are eternally indebted to the generation who fought fascism and saved the world from Nazi tyranny,” Rubio said.
The secretary emphasized the importance of preserving the truth of the Holocaust and standing firm against efforts to deny or distort its history.
“We must ensure the history, and the facts, of the Holocaust are not denied or distorted,” he said. “Humanity must not forget the catastrophe that took place.”
Rubio reaffirmed the Biden administration’s pledge to safeguard Jewish communities around the world and fight antisemitism in all its forms.
“The U.S. remains firm in its commitment to fight global antisemitism and safeguard Jewish communities worldwide,” he added.
The Days of Remembrance were established by the U.S. Congress as the nation’s annual commemoration of the Holocaust and are observed with ceremonies and educational programs across the country.
