Christmas Eve unfolded with a unique touch at Mar-a-Lago, as President and Mrs. Trump answered calls to the NORAD Santa Tracker. Children from across the nation eagerly dialed in, hoping to connect with the magic of the season and share their Christmas wishes.
One young caller, requesting a Kindle, received an unexpected compliment. The President declared the child “a high IQ person,” expressing a desire for more bright minds within the country – a moment that quickly sparked conversation.
An eight-year-old from North Carolina voiced a concern about disappointing Santa by skipping the traditional cookies. The President, with a playful tone, suggested Santa might be “very disappointed,” describing him as “a little on the cherubic side.”
A child in Kansas, when asked about desired gifts, quickly responded, “Not coal!” The President seized the opportunity to champion a familiar talking point, insisting on the virtues of “clean, beautiful coal” and playfully backtracking on the initial request.
He passionately reiterated the idea of coal’s positive qualities, urging the child to “remember that at all costs,” before gently steering the conversation back to more conventional Christmas wishes.
During a call from Oklahoma, the President expressed his fondness for the state, referencing his success in the recent election. He playfully encouraged the child to remain in Oklahoma, emphasizing Santa’s – and his own – affection for the region.
The conversation took an unexpected turn as the President discussed the importance of tracking Santa’s journey. He explained the need to ensure Santa wasn’t “infiltrated” and to confirm he was, unequivocally, “GOOD!”
The calls offered a glimpse into a Christmas Eve unlike any other, blending the traditional magic of Santa with the distinctive voice and perspectives of the former President and First Lady.
