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Trump Tells Kid Coal Is Beautiful, Touts Election Wins in Christmas Calls

Trump Tells Kid Coal Is Beautiful, Touts Election Wins in Christmas Calls

Summary

President Donald Trump spoke with children via the NORAD Santa tracking calls on Christmas Eve. During the calls, he joked about coal being "beautiful" and mentioned his past election successes. The calls were broadcast on C-SPAN from his Mar-a-Lago location.

Key Facts

  • President Trump participated in NORAD's annual Santa tracking calls with children on Christmas Eve.
  • He jokingly called coal "beautiful" when speaking with a child.
  • The calls were part of a tradition since 1955 where children call to track Santa's journey.
  • Trump discussed winning the state of Pennsylvania with a 312-vote margin in the 2024 election.
  • The event included Trump and First Lady Melania taking calls broadcasted on C-SPAN.
  • Trump also humorously discussed Santa's liking for cookies.
  • Trump acknowledged the tracking as a way to ensure "a good Santa" is entering the country.

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