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Trump Addresses Congressional Ball at the White House Amid Bipartisan Holiday Celebration
President Donald Trump delivers remarks to lawmakers and guests at the annual White House Congressional Ball in Washington
President Donald Trump addressed lawmakers, administration officials and members of Congress at the White House Congressional Ball in the Grand Foyer on Thursday evening, delivering remarks in the context of an annual bipartisan holiday tradition.
The event brought together members of both the House and Senate with administration leaders for a ceremonial gathering that combines festive celebration with reflections on the year’s legislative achievements and national priorities.
Attendees included senior congressional figures and White House staff, underscoring ongoing cooperation between the executive branch and the legislative body.{{turn0search1}}{{turn0search4}}
In his remarks, Mr Trump highlighted the strength of the U.S. economy, recent policy successes and what he described as significant progress on national security and border enforcement, themes he has prominently championed throughout his presidency.
The president also took the opportunity to recognise bipartisan efforts on issues such as support for military families and economic growth.
While the tone of the evening was celebratory, Mr Trump used the platform to reiterate his commitment to advancing legislative measures he said will benefit American workers, enhance national prosperity and reinforce the rule of law.
First Lady Melania Trump also spoke at the event, using her platform to thank lawmakers for backing recent legislation connected to her longtime “Be Best” initiative and to tease a forthcoming legislative effort for 2026. Her remarks were met with interest from attendees, though details of the proposed initiative were not disclosed at the ball itself.
The Congressional Ball, traditionally marked by holiday goodwill and cross-aisle engagement, provided an opportunity for the president to engage directly with congressional leaders and reflect on shared priorities ahead of the coming year.
The event concluded with expressions of optimism about future cooperation on policies affecting national security, economic stability and support for families across the United States.
The event brought together members of both the House and Senate with administration leaders for a ceremonial gathering that combines festive celebration with reflections on the year’s legislative achievements and national priorities.
Attendees included senior congressional figures and White House staff, underscoring ongoing cooperation between the executive branch and the legislative body.{{turn0search1}}{{turn0search4}}
In his remarks, Mr Trump highlighted the strength of the U.S. economy, recent policy successes and what he described as significant progress on national security and border enforcement, themes he has prominently championed throughout his presidency.
The president also took the opportunity to recognise bipartisan efforts on issues such as support for military families and economic growth.
While the tone of the evening was celebratory, Mr Trump used the platform to reiterate his commitment to advancing legislative measures he said will benefit American workers, enhance national prosperity and reinforce the rule of law.
First Lady Melania Trump also spoke at the event, using her platform to thank lawmakers for backing recent legislation connected to her longtime “Be Best” initiative and to tease a forthcoming legislative effort for 2026. Her remarks were met with interest from attendees, though details of the proposed initiative were not disclosed at the ball itself.
The Congressional Ball, traditionally marked by holiday goodwill and cross-aisle engagement, provided an opportunity for the president to engage directly with congressional leaders and reflect on shared priorities ahead of the coming year.
The event concluded with expressions of optimism about future cooperation on policies affecting national security, economic stability and support for families across the United States.
