A Reminder of What the Christmas Spirit Looks Like – RedState
President Trump spent part of Christmas Eve doing something simple but profound: answering phone calls from children wanting to follow Santa’s journey. From Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Fla., he and First Lady Melania Trump joined the long-standing tradition of the NORAD Santa Tracker, answering questions from children across the country about gifts, cookies for Santa and whether the jolly old elf could leave coal in their stockings. In one exchange, a child from Kansas said he hoped Santa didn’t bring coal.
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Trump, with his characteristic humor, responded that no one wants coal – even the “clean, beautiful” coal he has long championed for American energy independence. He laughed it off and moved on to the child’s real wishes. To Oklahoma youth, he highlighted the state’s strong support in the election and urged them to stay put, adding that Santa loves it there, too.
Nothing better than President Trump answering calls from American children on Christmas Eve… pic.twitter.com/ai7JQLDVS2
– toddstarnes (@toddstarnes) December 24, 2025
Another child requesting a Kindle received a quick compliment describing him as a “high IQ person.” These moments were light, improvised and authentic. Trump told reporters he could handle such calls all day, but needed to get back to bigger issues involving Russia, China and Ukraine. This contrast says a lot. At a time when too many leaders seem detached from ordinary Americans, here is the president directly attacking the innocence of childhood, even as global challenges loom.
Melania, of course, lights up any room she’s in. Playing an elegant Mrs. Claus to Trump’s Santa Claus — the one who flies around the world aboard Air Force One, rather than a sleigh pulled by reindeer, delivering presents to everyone — even, as the president noted in a tweet, “the haters and the losers.”
At Mar-A-Lago, both @POTUS @realDonaldTrump And @FLOTUS Melania Trump speaks with children and parents who called @NoradSantaThe hotline. pic.twitter.com/Lg3OCOWZZK
– Eben Brown (FOX) 🇺🇸 (@FoxEbenBrown) December 24, 2025
The NORAD tradition dates back 70 years and was born from a misprinted telephone number that transformed a military command into a source of holiday cheer. Presidents of both parties have participated over time, but Trump’s participation this year had particular resonance. It underscored a return to normalcy – a leader comfortable in his own skin, mixing political winks and light-hearted banter, while honoring a ritual that delights families.
Every time Trump gets a Christmas call from a kid and tells them how much he loves his state, mostly because they voted for him, I laugh.
The best president ever. Glad he can improve football. 🤣🤣🤣🎄🎄🎄🎅🎅🎅
– Tim Young (@TimRunsHisMouth) December 24, 2025
Critics might nitpick the reference to coal or the call for a red state, but that misses the point. These calls were not about politics; they were talking about connection. In a divided nation, Trump reminded us that shared traditions still matter.
Kids don’t care about partisan scores; they want reassurance that Santa is on his way and that responsible adults can have a moment of wonder. This is the very essence of the Christmas spirit.
Trump didn’t need to answer these calls, but he did. And in doing so, he offered a brief respite from the headlines, a nod to the values that bind us: family, faith and a little fun amid the responsibilities of power. As Santa Claus made his rounds last night, millions of children went to bed excited. Thanks in part to the president’s participation, they also felt seen. This is no small thing in today’s world. This is simply what America First looks like best: protecting the nation while preserving its heart.
Merry Christmas and God bless you all – and have a Happy New Year too.
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