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• President Donald Trump carried out the annual White House Turkey Pardon ceremony, a tradition dating back to Abraham Lincoln, where he humorously pardoned two turkeys named Peach and Blossom.
• Straying from the event’s typical lightheartedness, Trump seized the opportunity to launch political jabs at Democratic opponents, including Governor J.B. Pritzker and former President Joe Biden, turning the festive occasion into a partisan spectacle.
• First Lady Melania Trump made a fashion statement at the event, donning a trendy bomber jacket, adding a stylish flair to the ceremony.
• Comedic figures like Seth Meyers and Jimmy Kimmel critiqued Trump's rambling speech, highlighting the unusual nature of his remarks and the event's drift away from tradition.
• Amidst the festivities, there were reflections on the economic landscape of Thanksgiving, with reports indicating discount turkey prices contrasting sharply against rising costs for side dishes due to supply chain issues and bird flu.
• Animal rights activists voiced their discontent with the turkey pardoning tradition, calling attention to the ethical implications of such practices and advocating for broader awareness of animal welfare.