Full Breakdown
President Trump Participates in NORAD's Annual Santa Tracker Calls
12/25/2025, 8:03:40 PM
NORAD's Christmas Tradition and Trump's Involvement
On December 24, 2025, President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump participated in the North American Aerospace Defense Command's (NORAD) annual tradition of tracking Santa Claus. This event, which began in 1955, allows children to call and inquire about Santa's location as he delivers gifts worldwide. The Trumps took calls from their residence at Mar-a-Lago, engaging with children for over 20 minutes while seated near a Christmas tree.
Highlights from the Calls
During the calls, President Trump interacted with children, asking about their Christmas wishes and providing updates on Santa's journey. When a child from Oklahoma asked why Santa is tracked, Trump humorously stated, "We want to make sure that he's not infiltrated, that we're not infiltrating into our country a bad Santa." He also reassured children that Santa is a "very good person."
Trump's comments included references to his political victories, such as claiming he won Pennsylvania "actually, three times," despite losing the state in the 2020 election. He also joked about coal, telling a child who expressed a desire not to receive coal, "You mean clean, beautiful coal."
Official Statements & Responses
The NORAD Santa Tracker has become a beloved holiday tradition, receiving nearly 400,000 calls last year. The organization utilizes advanced technology, including satellites and radar, to track Santa's journey. U.S. Air Force Colonel Jason White noted that the program is staffed by volunteers and military personnel, who provide real-time updates to families.
Criticism & Opposition
Trump's remarks during the calls drew mixed reactions. Some social media users criticized his political comments as inappropriate for a children's event, with one user jokingly expressing concern about Trump "deporting Santa." Others found humor in his comments, highlighting the unusual blend of holiday cheer and political rhetoric.
Verbatim Quotes
- “We want to make sure that Santa is being good. Santa is a very good person. We want to make sure that he’s not infiltrated, that we’re not infiltrating into our country a bad Santa. But we found out that Santa is good, Santa loves you, Santa loves Oklahoma like I do.” — President Donald Trump
- “I think Santa has a serious appetite.” — President Donald Trump
- “You mean clean, beautiful coal. I had to do that, I'm sorry.” — President Donald Trump
What's Next
As NORAD continues its tradition of tracking Santa, the organization emphasizes its commitment to providing a whimsical experience for families during the holiday season. The Santa Tracker will remain operational, allowing children to follow Santa's journey in real-time, while also serving as a reminder of NORAD's primary mission of aerospace defense.
