The annual lighting of the National Christmas Tree has offered presidents an opportunity to work off the holiday theme and deliver a unifying message of peace. Over the years, some presidents — in the ...

WASHINGTON — The annual National Christmas Tree Lighting returns to The Ellipse near the White House Thursday night, marking 102 years since a national tree first stood in the heart of Washington, D.C ...

The National Christmas Tree at the White House fell over in strong winds on Tuesday, but hopes for a merry tree lighting ceremony this week were saved by a quick-acting crane. Winds were gusting over ...

With 21 days until Christmas Day, the National Christmas Tree has arrived, been decorated, and lit to celebrate the holiday season. The 35-foot spruce tree made its journey from the George Washington ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. The 102 nd National Christmas Tree Lighting is back for its annual ...