Overview
- At the Dec. 31 gala in Palm Beach, President Donald Trump told reporters his New Year’s resolution was “Peace on earth.”
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other high-profile political and business figures attended, underscoring the event’s elite networking and alliance signaling.
- Christian speed artist Vanessa Horabuena painted a Jesus portrait onstage that Trump auctioned for just under $3 million, with Trump saying proceeds would be split between St. Jude’s and the local sheriff’s department.
- Videos from attendees showed Elon Musk carrying his young son above the crowd during dance-floor moments with Trump.
- News outlets highlighted that Trump has claimed credit for ending several wars in 2025, assessments they described as premature or exaggerated.