On Christmas, outgoing President Joe Biden and incoming Donald Trump conveyed contrasting holiday messages. Biden, in a video showcasing White House decorations, urged Americans to “reflect and unite.” He called for setting aside divisions, embracing shared values, and treating one another with dignity and respect. “We’re here to care for and love one another,” Biden said, emphasizing unity over discord.
Trump’s Christmas message on Truth Social began with a cheerful greeting accompanied by a photo of himself and Melania. However, it quickly shifted to political jabs. He re-posted content supporting his policies and criticized figures like Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Biden, and Democrats. Trump alleged Chinese soldiers were in the Panama Canal and mocked the “radical left.”
Trump extended his critique to Trudeau, suggesting Canada would benefit as a U.S. state. “Merry Christmas to the Radical Left Lunatics,” he wrote, claiming their survival depended on Biden’s pardons.
Biden, who pledged to bridge America’s divides, announced his withdrawal from the 2024 race in July. Despite his efforts, polarization deepened during the campaign, culminating in Democratic losses in battleground states and Congress. Kamala Harris’s incoming presidency follows one of the most polarized elections in U.S. history. Meanwhile, Trump vowed federal restructuring and the prosecution of political opponents, further reflecting the nation’s divisions.
