English subtitles for clip: File:President Trump and the First Lady Participate in the National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony.webm
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1 00:00:00,300 --> 00:00:02,669 The President: Melania and I are thrilled to be here today as we 2 00:00:02,669 --> 00:00:07,407 celebrate one of the nation's most cherished traditions: 3 00:00:07,407 --> 00:00:11,177 the lighting of the National Christmas tree. 4 00:00:11,177 --> 00:00:15,415 This is a sacred season that begins 2,000 years ago 5 00:00:15,415 --> 00:00:17,851 when Jesus Christ was born. 6 00:00:17,851 --> 00:00:22,088 This is a time of the year for rejoicing with our family and 7 00:00:22,088 --> 00:00:26,559 friends, for spreading charity and goodwill, and for giving 8 00:00:26,559 --> 00:00:30,029 thanks for all of the blessings in our lives. 9 00:00:30,029 --> 00:00:34,968 On behalf of Melania and myself and the entire Trump family, 10 00:00:34,968 --> 00:00:39,773 may this Christmas season bring peace to your hearts, warmth to 11 00:00:39,773 --> 00:00:44,310 your homes, cheer to your spirit, and joy to the world. 12 00:00:44,310 --> 00:00:45,812 Merry Christmas, everyone. 13 00:00:45,812 --> 00:00:46,812 Merry Christmas. 14 00:00:46,813 --> 00:00:47,814 (Applause)