It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas

Olympic Media General November 25, 2019

Welcoming the Xmas Tree

The nation’s 23-foot-tall Christmas tree has arrived in Washington, D.C., and Melania was there to welcome it in its horse-drawn carriage.

Credit: AP Photo/Susan Walsh

The famous Douglas fir will reside in the Blue Room of the White House. They have to remove the crystal chandelier that hangs from the ceiling in order for it to fit!

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This year, the tree was provided by Larry Snyder, who owns Mahantongo Valley Farms in Pitman, Pennsylvania.

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The National Christmas Tree Association holds an annual contest where people vote for a grower to present their tree and be named National Grand Champion.

Coat: Dolce & Gabbana, $3,700 | Boots: Christian Louboutin

Melania is very loyal to the Dolce & Gabbana brand when she attends large press gatherings and big public events. For example, in her White House portrait, she wears a suit made by the clothing line.

Credit: CREDIT: SUSAN WALSH/AP/SHUTTERSTOCK

Trump is keeping Bread and Butter off Thanksgiving tables this year. These are the two turkeys being pardoned as part of the White House’s annual Thanksgiving tradition.