Jill Biden's 'Happy Holidays' corrected on social media with 'Happy Christmas:' "Epic response."
The annual White House Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots campaign was hosted by the first lady.
Jill Biden was booed by kids for saying "Happy Holidays" instead of "Merry Christmas," causing amusement among internet commentators.
On Friday, the first lady hosted the annual Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots campaign at the White House. She greeted everyone with "Happy Holidays," to which multiple children shouted back with emphasis, "Merry Christmas!"
"Happy Christmas," Biden replied. "Yes!"
"During her remarks to military children, she emphasized the importance of remembering one thing: "You are loved." She reminded them that there are countless people who care about them, including their family, friends, teachers, classmates, the president, and her."
She concluded with, "Merry Christmas and happy holidays."
The first lady was corrected by the children attending the event, and commentators praised their actions.
Riley Gaines, a former NCAA swimmer and OutKick host, wrote with a laughing emoji, "Even kids get it."
Not The Bee, the Babylon Bee's news counterpart, reported that "one child voiced what we are all thinking."
Steve Guest, a conservative communicator, contended that the incident was a triumphant reaction to Jill Biden's campaign against Christmas.
CatholicVote wrote on social media, 'We are so back' with a cross emoji.
David J. Harris Jr., a conservative show host, expressed optimism about the future.
Mario Nawfal, the X show host, stated that this exchange encapsulates the essence of the Biden administration.
Wade Stotts, a conservative podcaster, quoted scripture saying, "And a little child shall lead them."
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