WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump lit the National Christmas Tree for the first time on Thursday, wishing the country “a Merry Christmas, a Happy New Year” and “unbelievable holidays.”
Trump counted down from 10 with his wife, Melania, who pushed a button to set the tree aglow with golden lights and silver stars.
The president and first lady attended the annual event with other Trump family members.
The program was hosted by television host Kathie Lee Gifford and actor Dean Cain — featuring performances by the Beach Boys, Jack Wagner, Wynonna Judd, Craig Campbell and others.
This year marks the 95th annual National Christmas Tree Lighting. The tradition began in 1923 with President Calvin Coolidge and takes place in President’s Park, just south of the White House.
Not feeling in the holiday spirit for some reason.
Me either. Profound loathing just doesn’t put you in that Christmassy mood.
On the TeeVee box, it looked like a Trump Tree - all goldy. Hopefully he didn’t go into his 'say Merry Christmas" riff again.
It was a quiet holiday season for us last year when in deep shock. This year is doldrums.
Well, gag me with a rusty fork.
Great time for electric shock treatment.
Zap, everything within 20 ft disappears into dust.