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Chicago Tribune
21-04-2025
- Politics
- Chicago Tribune
White House Easter egg roll welcomes thousands
President Donald Trump welcomed tens of thousands of people Monday to the White House Easter egg roll, saying the overcast weather meant no one would have to worry about getting sunburned. He thanked the National Park Service for how 'spiffy' everything looked. More than 40,000 people were expected to participate, he said. 'Happy Easter to everyone,' the president said, flanked on the White House balcony by his wife, first lady Melania Trump, and an Easter bunny mascot. 'It was a beautiful day yesterday, and it's a beautiful day today. We don't have to worry about sunburn but … it looks like it's not going to be raining.' The president and first lady visited the egg roll area, where he blew a gold-tone whistle stamped with the presidential seal to start a few races. They also spent time at a station where kids wrote cards to service members. Melania Trump later read 'Bunny with a Big Heart' at a reading area. It's a story about a forgetful rabbit who gets injured, must stay in bed and learns to be kinder to his family. Wooden spoon-wielding children competed against each other to guide hard-boiled eggs dyed pink, blue, yellow and green across a patch of the lawn to a finish line. In some cases, eggs were lobbed into the air instead of rolled across the grass, and at least one wooden spoon went flying through the air. The participants included some of Trump's grandchildren — son Don Jr.'s children. At a special station promoting next year's 250th anniversary of America's founding, kids and their families could sign a mini-Declaration of Independence or dress up as Founding Fathers. The daylong event featured multiple activity stations, live performances and story times. Trump gave a 'special thank you' to his wife for her work organizing the annual event. 'I also want to thank the National Park Service,' he said. 'The job they do in making everything so beautiful and spiffy, and I'm very difficult when it comes to that. I will tell you, very very difficult. … They have done an incredible job. You just have to look around and see' The American Egg Board, which has participated in the Easter egg roll for nearly 50 years and has been a lead sponsor for the past decade, donated 30,000 eggs that were hand-dyed by board staff and volunteers, said Emily Metz, board president and CEO. She said the board understands the frustration felt by egg farmers and consumers over the egg shortage caused by the spread of avian flu and how expensive it's become to buy a dozen. Metz said the 2,500 dozen eggs given to the White House were small and medium, sizes not typically sold by retailers, so they will not further strain the supply or contribute to even higher prices. Nearly 9 million dozen eggs are sold daily in the United States, she said. 'We feel like we need to take a moment to celebrate where we can, and you cannot have Easter without eggs. And you cannot have the White House Easter egg roll without real eggs,' Metz said in an interview. Trump also included topics that had little to do with Easter in his brief remarks, like recruitment gains for the military and police and fire departments. He also said religion was 'coming back to America.' The egg roll is one of the oldest White House traditions. It dates to 1878 and the presidency of Rutherford B. Hayes, who opened the lawn to children after Congress banned them from rolling eggs on the grounds of the Capitol. Tickets for Monday's event were distributed through a lottery.
Irish Examiner
21-04-2025
- Politics
- Irish Examiner
Trump says grey skies for White House Easter egg roll mean no worries of sunburn
President Donald Trump welcomed tens of thousands of people to the White House Easter egg roll on Monday, saying the overcast weather meant no one would have to worry about getting sunburn. He thanked the National Park Service for how 'spiffy' everything looked. More than 40,000 people were expected to participate, he said. President Donald Trump sits with children at one of the activity stations at the White House (Mark Schiefelbein/AP) 'Happy Easter to everyone,' the president said, flanked on the White House balcony by his wife, first lady Melania Trump, and an Easter bunny mascot. 'It was a beautiful day yesterday, and it's a beautiful day today. We don't have to worry about sunburn but … it looks like it's not going to be raining.' The president and first lady visited the egg roll area, where he blew a gold-tone whistle stamped with the presidential seal to start a few races. They also spent time at a station where children wrote cards to service members. Melania Trump later read Bunny with a Big Heart – a story about a forgetful rabbit who gets injured, must stay in bed and learns to be kinder to his family – at the reading area. Wooden spoon-wielding children competed against each other to guide hard-boiled eggs dyed pink, blue, yellow and green across a patch of the lawn to a finish line. In some cases, eggs were lobbed into the air instead of rolled across the grass, and at least one wooden spoon went flying through the air. The participants included some of Mr Trump's grandchildren — son Don Jr's children. First lady Melania Trump reads a book to children during the White House Easter Egg Roll (Mark Schiefelbein/AP) At a special station promoting next year's 250th anniversary of America's founding, children and their families could sign a mini-Declaration of Independence or dress up as Founding Fathers. The day-long event featured multiple activity stations, live performances and story times. Mr Trump gave a 'special thank you' to his wife for her work organising the annual event. 'I also want to thank the National Park Service,' he said. 'The job they do in making everything so beautiful and spiffy, and I'm very difficult when it comes to that. I will tell you, very very difficult. … They have done an incredible job. You just have to look around and see' The American Egg Board, which has participated in the Easter egg roll for nearly 50 years and has been a lead sponsor for the past decade, donated 30,000 eggs that were hand-dyed by board staff and volunteers, said Emily Metz, board president and chief executive. She said the board understands the frustration felt by egg farmers and consumers over the egg shortage caused by the spread of avian flu and how expensive it's become to buy a dozen. Ms Metz said the 2,500 dozen eggs given to the White House were small and medium, sizes not typically sold by retailers, so they will not further strain the supply or contribute to even higher prices. President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump blow whistles to start one of the Easter egg roll races (Alex Brandon/AP) Nearly 9 million dozen eggs are sold daily in the United States, she said. 'We feel like we need to take a moment to celebrate where we can, and you cannot have Easter without eggs. And you cannot have the White House Easter egg roll without real eggs,' Ms Metz said in an interview. Mr Trump also included topics that had little to do with Easter in his brief remarks, like recruitment gains for the military and police and fire departments. He also said religion was 'coming back to America'. The egg roll is one of the oldest White House traditions. It dates to 1878 and the presidency of Rutherford B Hayes, who opened the lawn to children after Congress banned them from rolling eggs on the grounds of the Capitol. Tickets for Monday's event were distributed through a lottery.
Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
/C O R R E C T I O N -- American Egg Board/
In the news release, The American Egg Board to Present 48th First Lady's Commemorative Egg to Melania Trump at 2025 White House Easter Egg Roll, issued 18-Apr-2025 by American Egg Board over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that updates have been made. The complete, corrected release follows: America's Egg Farmers Honor First Lady and Her Work with Fostering the Future in Easter Tradition Spanning Nearly 50 Years CHICAGO, April 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing a nearly 50-year tradition, the American Egg Board (AEB), on behalf of America's egg farmers, will proudly present the 2025 First Lady's Commemorative Egg to First Lady Melania Trump at the White House Easter Egg Roll on Monday, April 21 in Washington, D.C. This year's First Lady's Commemorative Egg, the fifth created in tribute to Mrs. Trump, honors her ongoing commitment to children through the Fostering the Future Foundation. "It is a true privilege to continue our tradition of honoring our nation's First Ladies by presenting the 2025 First Lady's Commemorative Egg to First Lady Melania Trump on behalf of America's egg farmers at the White House Easter Egg Roll," said Emily Metz, president and CEO of the American Egg Board. "Eggs play a central role in our beloved Easter and Passover traditions, and we are proud to celebrate this cherished symbol of the season at the White House and in homes across the country." Celebrating Fostering the Future Through Art and Symbolism Inspired by First Lady Trump's involvement with Fostering the Future, a "Be Best" initiative, the 2025 First Lady's Commemorative Egg features a delicate butterfly carved into a real chicken eggshell, with wings spread wide in a gesture of freedom and growth. The intricately detailed wings create a stunning interplay of light, texture, and form, representing foster children's fragile yet powerful journey. The inside of the egg reveals three butterflies resting on a branch. Encircling the butterfly, a winding ivy vine etched into the egg's surface reflects foster children's diverse paths, representing the challenges, triumphs, and personal stories shaping their futures. This piece is not only a work of art but a heartfelt tribute to the mission of Fostering the Future and the children it supports. Misty Gibson, a contemporary egg artist from Rattan, Oklahoma, created the 2025 First Lady's Commemorative Egg for America's egg farmers. Gibson's work combines nature and narrative, capturing the artistic beauty and resilient spirit embodied in the First Lady's cause. A Historical Tradition: America's Egg Farmers and the White House Easter Egg Roll For nearly 50 years, America's egg farmers have proudly partnered with the White House and the White House Historical Association to support the White House Easter Egg Roll—America's national Easter celebration and the White House's largest annual public event. The White House Easter Egg Roll annually uses about 2,500 dozen real eggs donated by America's egg farmers on the South Lawn of the White House for hunting, decorating, and the iconic egg roll, itself. Additionally, eggs will be featured in culinary offerings throughout the event, including spinach and cheese quiche and indulgent blueberry cheesecake bars, highlighting the vital role of eggs in Easter celebrations. "America's egg farmers are immensely proud to be part of this treasured tradition every year. As a legacy partner of the White House Easter Egg Roll, we are honored that real eggs are a key element in this iconic national celebration," said Emily Metz, president and CEO of the American Egg Board. "We are grateful for the hard work and dedication of our egg farmers, who play a crucial role in making the event possible." The White House Easter Egg Roll attracts close to 40,000 attendees each year, and this year, more than 100 dedicated egg farmers from across the country will be present on the South Lawn, volunteering their time to engage with families and share the care and commitment behind egg farming. Guests can also visit the American Egg Board's interactive Hen-to-Home exhibit to learn about the journey of an egg from the farm to the table. About the First Lady's Commemorative Egg Tradition A tradition for nearly 50 years, the American Egg Board, on behalf of America's egg farmers, has presented the First Lady of the United States with the First Lady's Commemorative Egg. This year's egg, presented to First Lady Melania Trump, will be the 48th First Lady's Commemorative Egg and the fifth such egg created to honor Mrs. Trump. The First Lady's Commemorative Egg is an actual chicken egg transformed by a specialized egg artist into a one-of-a-kind work of art, reflecting the values, causes, and contributions of each First Lady it honors. Over the years, these eggs have highlighted a wide range of causes—from literacy and childhood wellness to anti-bullying campaigns—and have even featured beloved presidential pets. For more information about the 2025 First Lady's Commemorative Egg and to see previous First Lady's Commemorative Eggs over the years, please visit About the American Egg Board (AEB)Home of the Incredible Egg, the AEB supports America's egg farmers in its mission to increase demand for eggs and egg products through research, education, and promotion. The AEB is located in Chicago, Ill. 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