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Trump Condemns Radical Islamic Terrorism at White House Hanukkah Event Following Deadly Sydney Antisemitic Attack
Dec 17, 2025 11:12 am CST
President Donald Trump expressed solidarity with Australia and condemned radical Islamic terrorism during a White House Hanukkah celebration following an IS-inspired attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach that killed 15 people. The incident has prompted Australian officials to consider strengthening the country's gun laws in what would be the most significant firearms reform since 1996.
First Lady Melania Trump Illuminates National Christmas Tree at Traditional White House Ceremony
Dec 05, 2025 04:10 pm CST
First Lady Melania Trump lit the National Christmas Tree during the annual ceremony near the White House, featuring performances by the Beach Boys and various country artists. President Trump addressed the crowd, highlighting recent diplomatic achievements and expressing gratitude to service members, while also mentioning his meeting with the family of injured National Guard Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe.
Trump Awards Posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom to Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk
Oct 15, 2025 07:24 am CST
President Trump honored assassinated conservative activist Charlie Kirk with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, comparing him to historical figures while pledging to combat "radical left violence." Kirk's widow Erika received the medal during an emotional White House ceremony attended by conservative luminaries on what would have been Kirk's 32nd birthday.