National Christmas tree lighting

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump light the National Christmas tree, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019, in Washington.

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UPDATED: Thu., Dec. 5, 2019

The National Christmas tree is lighted as the White House is seen in the background, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019, in Washington.

Susan Walsh Associated Press
Rep. Mark Meadows, R-N.C., left, Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, second from right, and Rep. Devin Nunes, R-Calif., right, wait for the arrival of President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump during the National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony at the Ellipse near the White House in Washington, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019.

Manuel Balce Ceneta Associated Press
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump wave during the National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony at the Ellipse near the White House in Washington, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019.

Manuel Balce Ceneta Associated Press
First lady Melania Trump stands in front of the National Christmas tree, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019, in Washington.

Susan Walsh Associated Press
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump light the National Christmas tree, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019, in Washington.

Susan Walsh Associated Press
Security forces keep watch on the Ellipse before the arrival of President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump to light the National Christmas tree, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019, in Washington.

Susan Walsh Associated Press