Biden was initially set to spend the holidays in Delaware, but instead, he returned to the White House, taking his motorcade directly from the airport to the White House ¹. Harris, on the other hand, had planned to travel to Los Angeles but canceled her flight and will remain in Washington D.C. ¹. Her office stated that she would "not travel to Los Angeles, CA, and will remain in Washington, D.C." ¹.
The cancellation of their Christmas trips has raised concerns about a possible emergency situation at the White House. Some speculate that the situation may be related to Russia's recent missile strikes on Kyiv, which resulted in at least one death and two injuries ¹. However, the administration has not issued an official statement to confirm the reason behind their decision.
Another possible reason for their cancellation could be the looming threat of a partial government shutdown ². Lawmakers have less than 24 hours to pass a temporary funding bill to keep all federal agencies open, and the House Republicans' failure to pass a stopgap funding bill on Thursday has added to the uncertainty ².
The White House has been tight-lipped about the reason behind Biden and Harris's decision, fueling speculation and concern among the public. The situation has sparked widespread attention, with many taking to social media to speculate about the possible reasons behind the cancellation ².
In related news, First Lady Jill Biden has announced the 2024 White House Holiday theme: "A Season of Peace and Light" ³. The theme is reflected in the decorations and displays throughout the White House, which include 83 Christmas trees, over 28,125 ornaments, and 165,075 holiday lights ³.
As the situation unfolds, it remains unclear what prompted Biden and Harris to cancel their Christmas plans. However, one thing is certain – the White House is abuzz with activity, and the public is eagerly awaiting an official explanation for the sudden change in their holiday itinerary.
