White House turkey pardon stays lighthearted amid Trump’s bold Ukraine plan
Thanksgiving in the US brings familiar traditions, including the White House turkey pardon. This year, two birds will avoid the dinner table as part of a long-standing ceremony. Meanwhile, Donald Trump has proposed a very different kind of 'pardon'—a 28-point peace plan for Russia and Ukraine, presented as an ultimatum to Volodymyr Zelenskyy ahead of the holiday.
The pardoned turkeys are staying at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington before their official appearance. Each year, the president spares two birds from being served, a tradition that dates back decades. The ceremony remains a lighthearted part of the holiday.
The White House turkey pardon will proceed as usual, keeping tradition alive. Trump’s peace plan, in contrast, faces significant opposition with no clear path forward. For now, the holiday remains focused on gratitude—not geopolitics.
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