President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will join the annual National Christmas Tree lighting on Thursday at 6 p.m. EST. The ceremony includes performances by The Beach Boys, Gabby Barrett, Matthew West (who will co-host with Barrett), and other artists, along with the U.S. Navy Band. The lighting follows the White House's announcement of its 2025 holiday décor theme, "Home Is Where The Heart Is." A live stream is available for viewers.
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