Washington Today Pres. Trump & First Lady take NORAD Santa Tracker children's calls; Justice Dept says it will take several more weeks to release all Epstein files
Dec 24, 2025
In a festive holiday special, former President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania take calls from children via the NORAD Santa Tracker, sharing laughs and seasonal cheer. They also connect with U.S. service members overseas, expressing gratitude and highlighting military support. Meanwhile, Senator Rand Paul reveals a staggering $1.6 trillion in government waste in his Festivus Report. A bipartisan group of Senators pushes for an audit of the delayed release of Jeffrey Epstein files, while European leaders condemn the U.S. visa bans on monitors of online hate.
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How NORAD's Santa Tracker Started And Works
- NORAD's Santa Tracker began by accident in 1955 and now uses satellites, radar, and fighter jets to follow Santa's route.
- Captain Alex Worden described volunteers answering kids' hotline questions and said Santa usually arrives between 9 p.m. and midnight on Dec. 24.
Trump Takes NORAD Hotline Calls
- President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump answered NORAD hotline calls from Mar-a-Lago, speaking warmly to children about Santa's location.
- Trump told a five-year-old Santa was in Copenhagen and reassured the child she'd get the gifts she wanted.
Practical Airline Etiquette Tips
- When flying, avoid reorganizing carry-ons in the aisle, eating noisy or smelly foods, and going barefoot on planes.
- Help others with luggage, wear headphones, and be respectful when asking to switch seats or reclining.