Briefings & Statements America 250: Presidential Message on the Birthday of President William McKinleyToday, we celebrate the birthday of the legendary President William McKinley—a true American trailblazer and titan of American greatness, who protected our people; expanded our blessings; and secured unprecedented growth, prosperity, and sovereignty for our beloved Nation. Born and raised in Niles, Ohio, McKinley learned as a child the virtues of faith, duty, and respect, which would go on to define his storied career. In 1896, McKinley ran for President and won decisively, becoming the 25th President of the United States. Tragically, President McKinley’s devotion to America First principles ultimately cost him his life when, in 1901, he was viciously assassinated by a deranged left-wing anarchist. In honor of President McKinley’s historic legacy, on my first day returning to office, I proudly restored the rightful name of Mount McKinley to America’s highest peak.