Washington • President Donald Trump offered his “best wishes” to Utahns celebrating Pioneer Day on Tuesday, extolling the Mormons who escaped persecution to take on a challenging and dangerous trek to find a new home.
“Our nation honors the ingenuity, industry, and unwavering commitment to faith of all those who endured frontier hardships,” the White House said Tuesday. “These pioneers worked tirelessly to transform the arid desert landscape into a blossoming new home where their families could live in peace and prosperity. The legacy they helped build across the American West lives on through hundreds of cities and towns that continue to thrive in the 21st century.