President Biden participated in the annual Christmas tree lighting on the Ellipse on Thursday evening, his last time taking part in the annual tradition before he departs the White House next year.

The National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony drew crowds to the Ellipse just south of the White House. Organizers said earlier they were expecting about 12,000 people to attend the ceremony.

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