Trump Pardons Turkey Ahead of 2025 Thanksgiving

The US President Donald Trump granted a Thanksgiving pardon to a turkey during a ceremony held in the White House Rose Garden in Washington, D.C.

The White House posted a video on its Instagram account showing the American president pardoning the turkey.

The US first lady asked people to vote on X, sharing a shortlist of possible names for the pardoned turkeys.

Last year’s pardoned turkeys, "Peach" and "Blossom" and the ones before them, "Liberty" and "Bell," all came from Minnesota.

North Carolina, Indiana, Iowa, South Dakota, Ohio, California, Virginia and Missouri sent turkeys to the White House.

The United States is preparing to celebrate Thanksgiving Day on Thursday, November 27, 2025, marking one of the nation’s most cherished and widely observed holidays.

Families across the country are expected to gather for traditional feasts, travel to reunite with loved ones, and take part in festivities that include parades, football games, and community events.

Thanksgiving, observed annually on the fourth Thursday of November, serves as a time for Americans to express gratitude, reflect on the past year, and enjoy seasonal traditions.

This year, travel experts anticipate one of the busiest holiday travel periods in recent memory, with airlines and highways bracing for increased demand.

Retailers are also gearing up for a surge in activity leading into Black Friday, the major shopping day that follows Thanksgiving.

Many stores are opting to remain closed on Thanksgiving Day itself, continuing a trend of giving employees time off to celebrate with their families.

Communities nationwide are expected to host charitable events, including food drives and free holiday meals for those in need, as organizations emphasize the spirit of giving during the holiday season.

With the holiday approaching, preparations are well underway for iconic celebrations such as the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, which will feature large character balloons, musical performances, and marching bands, drawing millions of viewers in person and on television.

As Americans set their tables and plan their gatherings, Thanksgiving 2025 is anticipated to bring a renewed sense of connection, gratitude, and tradition across the country.