UPDATE: President Donald Trump just wrapped up an engaging Christmas Eve call with children, reassuring families that Santa Claus is safe and sound. While at Mar-a-Lago, the President emphasized keeping a watchful eye on “bad Santa” during the annual NORAD Santa-tracking event, a tradition that dates back to 1955.
During the approximately 20-minute call, which included nearly 400,000 calls last year, Trump bantered with kids, discussing their Christmas lists and the importance of leaving out cookies for Santa. One curious child from Oklahoma asked how NORAD tracks Santa, to which Trump replied, “We track Santa all over the world. We want to make sure that Santa is being good.”
The conversation took a light-hearted turn when the President addressed a 10-year-old girl’s concerns about Santa being disappointed if she forgot to leave milk and cookies. “I think Santa has a serious appetite,” he advised. He added, “He won’t get mad, but I think he’ll be very disappointed.”
Trump also made predictions about children’s Christmas wishes, assuring a 4-year-old girl that her desire for a dollhouse would likely come true. “I think we can work that out,” he said, highlighting the human touch of the festive season.
As NORAD displayed Santa’s journey across the globe, Trump told an 8-year-old from Kansas that Santa would reach her home in “about 5 hours.” He even referenced the popular song “Pinball Wizard” when discussing a boy’s wish for a pinball machine, showcasing his knack for connecting with the younger audience.
While the calls warmed hearts, Trump later took to Truth Social to share a more contentious message, criticizing the “Radical Left Scum” and referencing strong GDP numbers that no child was likely interested in.
This year’s NORAD Santa tracking event highlights not just a fun holiday tradition, but also the President’s engagement with families at a time when the nation is divided. The calls serve as a reminder of the importance of community and joy during the holiday season.
As Christmas approaches, families across the nation can track Santa’s journey, with NORAD continuing to provide updates on his worldwide travels. Stay tuned for more updates as the holiday unfolds!
