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Trump Easter Event Amid Iran Conflict

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President Trump hosted the annual White House Easter Egg Roll on Monday while keeping focus on the Iran war now entering its sixth week. Despite the festive setting with children and the Easter Bunny, Trump diverted reporters to discuss the successful rescue of a downed Air Force officer in Iran.

Trump declared the U.S. would never allow Iran to develop nuclear weapons, even if it meant paying higher fuel costs for months. The president maintained this stance from the South Portico before joining the festivities, where the pink-eared bunny maintained a respectful distance from the geopolitical discussions.

During the event, Trump took opportunities to criticize his predecessor, claiming Joe Biden was incapable of signing his own name and would use an autopen instead. The comments came as Melania Trump read 'The Runaway Bunny' to children in the Rose Garden, creating a stark contrast between the lighthearted celebration and serious international concerns.