Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer Announces President Theodore Roosevelt’s Induction into the U.S. Department of Labor’s Hall of Honor
WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 29, 2025) – U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer today announced Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th president of the United States, will be inducted into the department’s Hall of Honor in recognition of his enduring pro-worker legacy.
“As we close out Labor Month, I’m honored to announce President Roosevelt’s induction into our Hall of Honor, recognizing his record as a true champion of American workers,” said Secretary Chavez-DeRemer. “President Roosevelt understood that labor and business thrive when everyone comes to the table to work together, a goal he and I share. As we continue celebrating America’s 250th birthday, it’s only fitting to honor a former president who shared President Trump’s goal of putting American workers first.”
Created in 1988, the Department of Labor’s Hall of Honor showcases exceptional leaders who have made life-changing contributions to the way Americans work. Their distinctive contributions have elevated working conditions, wages, and overall quality of life of America’s hardworking families.
“On behalf of the Theodore Roosevelt Association, we would like to thank Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer for inducting Theodore Roosevelt into the Department of Labor’s Hall of Honor,” said Theodore Roosevelt Association Executive Director Chris Cosentino. “This recognition not only celebrates Theodore Roosevelt’s legacy of advocating for honesty, decency, and the square deal for all, but it reminds us that the values he championed remain essential to the American workforce today.”
As America’s youngest president, Theodore Roosevelt mediated labor and business by establishing the Department of Commerce and Labor in 1903 to ensure workers had a voice at the highest levels of government.
The Theodore Roosevelt Association notes that the former president helped negotiate a coal strike settlement, which was “first time the president personally mediated between business and labor.”
As part of the nation’s 250th birthday celebration, the department is also honoring President Roosevelt’s legacy by featuring him on a banner at its Frances Perkins Building headquarters, alongside President Trump. Learn more about the Department of Labor’s Hall of Honor.
About the Theodore Roosevelt Association
The Theodore Roosevelt Association (TRA) is a non-profit and non-partisan organization. Focused on scholarship, education, and public service, the TRA inspires individuals and enriches their lives through programs and activities, and preserves Theodore Roosevelt’s memory in collaboration with our partners.
To learn more about the Theodore Roosevelt Association, visit www.theodoreroosevelt.org.