Parting Shot —12.1.16

President Barack Obama speaks during the lighting ceremony for the 2016 National Christmas Tree is seen before the lighting ceremony on the Ellipse near the White House today in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Barack Obama and Michelle Obama have lit the National Christmas Tree for the last time as president and first lady Thursday. The 94th annual National Christmas Tree Lighting is taking place on the Ellipse at the White House Thursday evening. The first couple and daughter Sasha took the stage to light the tree after a musical performance by Kelly Clarkson. The president briefly spoke to the gathered crowd/ Channel 4 Washington . More here.