On Christmas Eve, President Donald Trump appeared relaxed at Mar-a-Lago, laughing with reporters while chatting on the phone with children about Santa’s route as NORAD tracked the North Pole sleigh.
A Festive Start
“Nice, right?” Trump told reporters after the call. “Could do this all day long.” The moment captured a light-hearted side of the president, but it was short-lived.
The Christmas Message
Later that day, Trump delivered a holiday greeting that quickly turned political. He addressed a group he called “Radical Left Scum,” accusing them of being bent on destroying the country. The message set the tone for the day’s online activity.
Truth Social Overload
After midnight, the president posted or reposted more than 100 times on Truth Social. Most of the content amplified attacks on perceived political foes, turning the platform into a partisan forum.
Focus on 2020
On Christmas Day, Trump’s posts showed his continued obsession with the 2020 election. He reposted a message urging Attorney General Pam Bondi to prosecute former President Barack Obama for the election, claiming accountability was necessary.
Colton Moore’s Video
The president also shared a video from Colton Moore, a Georgia state senator running for the seat vacated by Marjorie Taylor Greene. In the clip, Moore said, “Donald Trump was right the entire time,” added, “The election in 2020 was stolen,” and urged that “people need to be arrested and tried for treason – a lot of them.”
No Proven Wrongdoing
No evidence has emerged that would have changed the outcome of the 2020 election. Trump said in June that he wants a special prosecutor to investigate what happened.
Reposts of Familiar Foils
With more than 11 million followers on Truth Social, Trump reposted messages targeting well-known opponents:
- Calls to eliminate the Affordable Care Act, signed into law by Obama 15 years ago. The Republican-led House and Senate left town for the new year without a healthcare deal that would keep insurance premiums from rising for millions.
- A post depicting California Gov. Gavin Newsom as a socialist.
- A repost about former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s growing wealth, suggesting she should go to prison for insider trading.
Attacks on Somali Immigrants
Trump also used his feed to attack Somali immigrants. He singled out Rep. Ilhan Omar, a Minnesota Democrat born in Somalia, reposting a video questioning her U.S. citizenship and writing, “Throw her out of the U.S., Now!” The president has made a flurry of disparaging remarks about Somali immigrants in recent weeks.
Economic Claims
At 1:15 a.m., Trump reposted a Fox News video in which a guest credited his stewardship of the economy with a rapid 4.3% growth in gross domestic product during the third quarter. Polls show he has lost ground with voters who rely on him to make groceries, utilities and other necessities more affordable.
White House Inquiry
The White House did not respond to an inquiry Thursday about whether it was Trump or one of his aides who reposted all the messages.
Rubio’s Peace Deals
Trump singled out a video from Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who listed peace deals he claims Trump reached since taking office in January. Trump said he deserves the Nobel Peace Prize, scheduled for October 2026. The deals highlighted by Rubio include:
- Stopping a looming war between India and Pakistan, a claim disputed by India.
- A peace deal between Cambodia and Thailand, though more than two weeks of border clashes have resulted in 86 deaths.
Rubio, who feuded with Trump during the 2016 Republican primary, called his boss “the best president we’ve ever had.”
Holiday Tradition
For Trump, sprinkling partisan grievance into holiday cheer has become a tradition. As president-elect during Thanksgiving last year, he offered good wishes to everyone, even the “Radical Left Lunatics.”
Elyse Perlmutter-Gumbiner contributed to the coverage.
The White House Tree
The official White House Christmas tree in the Blue Room is decorated with gold stars, honoring families that have endured the ultimate sacrifice due to military service.
Key Takeaways
- Trump’s Christmas Eve was split between light-hearted holiday chatter and a hard-right message aimed at the political left.
- Over 100 Truth Social posts followed, many attacking opponents and repeating 2020 election conspiracy claims.
- The president also promoted controversial economic claims, attacked Somali immigrants, and highlighted alleged peace deals to bolster his Nobel Peace Prize narrative.
The day’s events underscore how the president blends holiday sentiment with partisan politics, leaving a mixed impression of the holiday season for many observers.
