Donald Trump’s Thanksgiving Tradition Grows Livelier
President Donald Trump pardoned two North Carolina turkeys, named Gobble and Waddle, as part of the annual White House Thanksgiving tradition. The ceremony, staged with the expected humor and theatrics, took place ahead of the national holiday on Thursday.
The Ceremony
Speaking to a cheering crowd, Trump joked about the birds’ good fortune, saying they had “a lot to be thankful for this year.” He mimicked the turkeys’ gobbling sounds, which amused the audience and added a lighthearted touch to the event.
“They’ve been waiting a long time for this moment,” Trump said. “After today, no one will be talking turkey about them anymore.”
Both Gobble and Waddle were chosen from a farm in North Carolina and will now live out their days at a Virginia university’s agricultural facility instead of being served at a Thanksgiving dinner table.
Tradition and Humor
The turkey pardon has long been a playful presidential event, symbolizing goodwill and marking the start of the holiday season in Washington. Trump’s animated imitation of the birds made this year’s ceremony especially memorable.
Author Summary
A festive White House moment saw Trump pardon and impersonate turkeys Gobble and Waddle, turning a simple tradition into a humorous Thanksgiving spectacle.
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