Melania Trump Spreads Holiday Cheer with Hospital Visit, Wishes Children Strength and Toys from Santa

In a heartwarming display of holiday spirit, Melania Trump visited a children's hospital in Washington, D.C., continuing a decades-old tradition for first ladies. Accompanied by two young patients, the first lady made her way to the festively decorated atrium at Children's National hospital, where she read a Christmas-themed book to a crowd of children. After the reading, she wished the children strength and a bounty of gifts from Santa Claus, saying, 'I'm sure Santa will visit all of you this Christmas and bring you a lot of toys, so I wish you all a very merry Christmas and happy new year.' The first lady also chatted individually with the children in the audience and brought gifts, including tree ornaments with her 'Be Best' initiative's logo. The hospital visit is part of a long-standing tradition started by Bess Truman, first lady from 1945 to 1953. President Donald Trump sent his love and best wishes to the children, and Melania Trump was seen smiling as she received a gold-colored coin with the message 'Believe' and 'Merry Christmas' from a Santa Claus in the room.