Why does the US celebrate Thanksgiving?

President Donald Trump waves after pardoning Butter, the national Thanksgiving turkey

President Donald Trump waves after pardoning Butter, the national Thanksgiving turkey Source: AAP

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While millions of Americans celebrate Thanksgiving, some native Americans are saying "no thanks" to Thanksgiving.

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