UPDATE: President Donald Trump made headlines during a Christmas Eve phone call with NORAD, jokingly telling a child that coal is “beautiful” while promoting his political victories. The unusual remark came as he participated in the long-standing tradition of tracking Santa Claus, taking calls from children at Mar-a-Lago on December 24, 2025.
During his interaction with an 8-year-old caller named Amelia from Kansas, Trump quipped about coal being “clean and beautiful,” which contradicts the typical holiday narrative of naughty children receiving coal in their stockings. “Not coal?” Amelia responded, to which Trump laughed and insisted, “Please remember that—at all cost.” This light-hearted exchange has already gone viral on social media.
In another call, he reminisced about his electoral success in Pennsylvania, asserting, “We won Pennsylvania, actually three times,” despite the child likely being unaware of the political context. Trump’s victory in the battleground state was marked by a narrow margin of just 312 votes in the 2024 election against then-Vice President Kamala Harris.
Trump’s calls also included amusing exchanges about Santa Claus. Responding to a child from North Carolina who asked if Santa would be upset without cookies, Trump replied, “I think he won’t get mad, but he’ll be very disappointed.” He humorously described Santa as “a little on the cherubic side,” encouraging children to leave cookies for the iconic figure.
Throughout these interactions, Trump intertwined political references, emphasizing his administration’s immigration policies. Since his inauguration on January 20, 2025, the White House reports that over 605,000 people have been deported from the U.S., with an additional 1.9 million reportedly self-deporting.
These Christmas Eve calls are part of a tradition that dates back to 1955, with NORAD taking calls from children excited to track Santa’s journey. This year, Trump’s participation alongside First Lady Melania Trump brought a unique twist, as he infused his trademark humor and political undertones into the festive occasion.
The event not only highlights the lighter side of presidential engagements but also reflects the ongoing influence of Trump’s policies and persona. As families tune in to these calls, Trump’s blend of holiday cheer and political commentary continues to resonate, making this a memorable Christmas for many.
As the holiday season unfolds, keep an eye on how these interactions shape public perception and political conversations in the coming days. Stay tuned for more updates as the story develops.
