Trump References John 1:4 at National Christmas Tree Lighting
National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony WASHINGTON, D.C. – During the National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony near the White House on Thursday night, President Donald Trump shared a quote from the Gospel. Accompanied by First Lady Melania Trump, he cited John 1:4, stating, “In him was life, and that life was a light to all mankind.” […]
Trump expresses his love for every US citizen, including those he doesn’t favor, after referencing Jesus during Christmas tree lighting.
Trump Lights National Christmas Tree, Expresses Love for Americans WASHINGTON – During the lighting of the national Christmas tree near the White House on Thursday night, President Trump shared his affection for “all of our great people,” including those he might not particularly favor. The 79-year-old President made a notably heartfelt remark after referencing Jesus. […]
It’s not only about that tree — there’s more holiday spirit in NYC.
There’s an undeniable charm (and maybe a bit of chaos) in New York City during the holiday season. It’s truly a special experience for kids to witness the festive energy all around. If you’re looking to dive into the holiday spirit in New York, here’s a guide to some must-visit spots. winter wonderland At Pier […]
Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center shines bright to welcome the holiday season as locals and visitors face the chill.
On Wednesday, locals and visitors from far and wide braved the chilly weather and bustling crowds to wait hours for a chance to see the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lit up for the season. This 75-foot Norway spruce, originally from Rensselaer County, New York, was covered in a dazzling display of 50,000 colored lights, illuminating […]
The Christmas tree ‘Silver Belle’ shines on the West Lawn in Washington, D.C.
Capitol Christmas Tree Ceremony Highlights Nevada’s First Tree On December 2, 2025, House Speaker Mike Johnson and members of Nevada’s congressional delegation lit the Christmas tree at the U.S. Capitol, marking the start of the holiday season in Washington, D.C. The tree, affectionately named “Silver Bell” in tribute to Nevada’s nickname, was revealed during a […]
‘Christmas Tree Law’ prohibits sidewalk sales in NYC before a certain date, yet early sales continue to thrive
Even before Thanksgiving, a significant number of Christmas tree vendors began appearing throughout New York City, flouting a seldom-enforced city law. This law, established back in 1938, forbids the sale of trees on sidewalks until December. Despite the ruling, various vendors have been selling spruce, balsam, and fir trees in considerable amounts across the city […]
Portland’s Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony Skips Mention of ‘Christmas’
Christmas Becomes a Political Issue in Portland Portland, Oregon, marked its 41st annual holiday celebration Friday night, but the event stirred some political controversy. Speeches and presentations at Pioneer Courthouse Square notably avoided the term “Christmas,” instead referring to the large tree simply as a “tree.” This choice was met with disappointment from many on […]
Portland skips Christmas in yearly tree event due to controversy
Portland’s Annual Tree Lighting Sparks Controversy Portland, Oregon, recently hosted its annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony, but this year it faced backlash for omitting any references to Christmas. Instead, attendees witnessed leaders at the event waving Palestinian flags and chanting. During the ceremony, a woman displayed a Palestinian flag and led the crowd in chants […]
Exclusive | Beyond the mafia — ruthless Christmas tree vendors face genuine turf wars in NYC
Christmas Trees in New York City: A Unique Industry Selling Christmas trees in NYC is pretty straightforward, or at least it seems that way. However, the trees that stand tall in Manhattan apartments or Brooklyn brownstones don’t exactly come with a budget-friendly price tag. Interestingly, there’s a lot more happening behind the scenes than most […]
Portland faces backlash over city’s ‘tree’ lighting event: ‘They can’t even call it a Christmas tree’
Portland’s Lighting Ceremony Sparks Controversy Portland stirred up quite a bit of anger by referring to a longstanding tree simply as “the tree” during its lighting event. Thousands gathered at Pioneer Courthouse Square for the 41st annual tree lighting on Friday night, aiming for peace in the city. Interestingly, leaders and speakers deliberately avoided using […]