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Trump appears to check notes during countdown to National Christmas Tree lighting

Trump appears to reference his notes as he counts down from five to one: Watch
  • Donald Trump attended the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony in Washington, D.C., on Thursday evening, 4 December.
  • During the event, he appeared to reference notes while counting down from five to one.
  • The 35-foot red spruce, sourced from the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest in Virginia, was lit by First Lady Melania Trump.
  • Donald Trump complimented Melania and the tree's appearance after it was illuminated.
  • The ceremony marked a festive occasion in the US capital.
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