Biden and Trump Deliver Starkly Contrasting Christmas Messages

Outgoing President Biden called for unity and reflection, while President-elect Trump issued politically charged statements targeting opponents and foreign countries.

President Biden's Christmas message emphasized kindness, compassion, and unity, urging Americans to reflect on what unites them.
President-elect Trump used his Truth Social platform to post over 30 messages, mixing holiday greetings with attacks on political opponents and foreign leaders.
Trump criticized Biden's decision to commute the sentences of 37 federal death row inmates, telling them to "go to hell" in a scathing post.
Trump reignited controversial proposals, including U.S. control of the Panama Canal, annexation of Canada, and purchasing Greenland, citing national security concerns.
The contrasting messages highlight the deep political polarization in the U.S. as Trump prepares to take office for a second, non-consecutive term.