Trump, Melania Host White House Easter Egg Roll, Celebrate U.S. 250th Anniversary

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted the 147th White House Easter Egg Roll, welcoming thousands of children and families to the South Lawn in a tradition dating back to 1878. This year’s event featured games, music, and patriotic activities themed around the upcoming 250th anniversary of America, including children signing mini Declarations of Independence and dressing as Founding Fathers. The event also included a moment of remembrance for Pope Francis, with Trump ordering flags at half-staff in his honor. Notably, the American Egg Board provided 30,000 hand-dyed eggs, while major corporations like Amazon, YouTube, and Meta sponsored activity stations—marking a shift from previous years when only the American Egg Board was the sponsor. President Trump emphasized bringing religion back into American life, highlighting the event's focus on honoring Jesus Christ. Melania Trump was credited for organizing the festivities, and several administration officials, as well as public figures, attended.