The White House has officially opened the holiday season with the arrival of this year’s Christmas tree, received by First Lady Melania Trump in a traditional ceremony filled with symbolism. The information was originally reported by ABC News, which followed every detail of the delivery.
On Monday, Melania Trump welcomed the impressive white fir, which came directly from a farm in Michigan, transported in the most classic way possible: on a carriage pulled by a pair of Clydesdale horses, Logan and Ben. The scene, worthy of a Christmas postcard, took place at the North Portico of the presidential residence.
The tree, grown by Korson’s Tree Farms, winner of the National Christmas Tree Contest held by the National Christmas Tree Association, earned its place of honor by securing the title that, since 1966, grants the champion the opportunity to provide the official White House Christmas tree.
During the reception, Melania, wearing an elegant cream overcoat paired with dark red gloves, walked around the carriage, greeted the drivers, and posed for the traditional photos that mark the beginning of the government’s year-end celebrations.
“It’s a beautiful tree,” the First Lady said as she admired the 18-and-a-half-foot fir (approximately 5.6 meters), which will be displayed in the Blue Room, the traditional space where the White House’s main Christmas tree is set up.
The annual arrival of the Christmas tree remains one of the most iconic moments of presidential festivities, blending tradition, ceremony, and the season’s signature charm.
Source: ABC News
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