US President Donald Trump’s recent Christmas address has stirred controversy. On Christmas Eve, Trump engaged in calls with children monitoring Santa’s journey via the North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD). Rather than focusing on festive topics, Trump revisited the contentious 2020 election, a sore point for many of his supporters who believe the election was unfairly won by Joe Biden.
The aftermath of the election was highlighted by a group of Trump supporters storming the Capitol on January 6, 2021, in an attempt to thwart Congress from certifying Biden’s victory. Despite being re-elected subsequently, Trump’s fixation on the past election was evident during his conversations with children, where he made unsupported claims about winning Pennsylvania multiple times.
Trump’s comments during the NORAD Santa tracker discussions further highlighted his preoccupation with the 2020 election. These interactions were met with criticism on social media, with users expressing discomfort over Trump’s self-centered approach even in conversations with children about Santa.
Trump’s Christmas Day message continued in a negative tone, targeting what he labeled as “the Radical Left Scum.” His official account on X tweeted a divisive message, further fueling the ongoing political tensions.
This is not the first time Trump has faced backlash for his interactions related to Santa. In 2018, he questioned the belief of a seven-year-old caller in Santa, drawing mixed reactions.
Overall, Trump’s Christmas messages and interactions have sparked debate and criticism, highlighting the divisive nature of his presidency.