Trump hails relentless bombing of Iran alongside Melania and giant Easter Bunny as kids descend on White House
Donald Trump has praised the relentless bombing of Iran alongside a giant Easter Bunny as hundreds of children flock to the White House for the annual Egg Roll.
The President was joined by Melania on the balcony overlooking the South Lawn and spoke to attendees about the ongoing conflict, including a daring rescue mission over the weekend to rescue an airman lost behind enemy lines.
“How about the rescue that happened yesterday, that’s something you rarely see,” Trump told the crowd Monday, adding that it was accomplished despite a “very powerful” enemy.
“They’re not as strong as they were about a month ago,” Trump said, referring to devastating U.S.-Israeli attacks that have broken Iran’s leadership since February 28.
The president also told reporters at the event that he tried to provide weapons to the Iranian people so they could help him bring about regime change in the country, but the plan went awry after the weapons were stolen by a middleman.
‘You know we sent some weapons… these were supposed to go to the people so they could fight against these bandits… but the people they sent to hold them.’
‘I feel very sorry for a certain group of people and they will pay a big price for this,’ he added.
Reports earlier this year indicated that the CIA intended to arm the Kurds on Iran’s northern border with Iraq as part of the war. During the event, Trump reiterated: ‘We have had a total regime change.’
U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump address the crowd as they hold the annual Easter Egg Roll on the South Lawn of the White House on April 6
Karoline Leavitt (center) attends the White House Easter Egg Roll
Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump whistle during the 2026 White House Easter Egg Roll held at the White House on April 6 in Washington, DC, USA
President and First Lady attend Easter Egg Roll at the White House
Leavitt attends 2026 White House Easter Egg Roll
Trump whistles as children participate in the annual Easter Egg Roll on the South Lawn
The president also took aim at former rival Joe Biden.
Speaking to a child at the drawing table, the President told the young people how Biden would sign executive actions and legislation from time to time.
“Biden couldn’t sign his name so they followed him with this big machine,” he explained to the boy.
Trump also signed some of the drawings the children presented to him.
“I can sign autographs for you and you can sell them on eBay tonight for $25,000,” he said to the young people.
As military marching bands sparkled against blue skies, families dressed in pastel suits and bright summer dresses filled the South Lawn of the White House on Monday for the annual Egg Roll.
Those who attended were lucky enough to score the highly sought-after tickets, which were distributed to Trump administration employees, friends and those lucky enough to win the ticket lottery.
Trump spoke to attendees at the event about the ongoing conflict in Iran
From left, Tiffany Trump, husband Michael Boulos, Lara Trump and Eric Trump attend the annual Easter Egg Roll on the south lawn of the White House
Trump and First Lady Melania Trump attend Easter Egg Roll at the White House
Trump speaks as children participate in annual Easter Egg Roll
Trump speaks next to the Easter Bunny on the White House balcony today
Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump greet children during the annual Easter Egg Roll
Melania Trump speaks to guests next to the Easter Bunny on the White House balcony
Trump and First Lady Melania Trump (3rd right) blowing the whistle to start the Egg Roll race
Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump stand with members of the Trump family as children participate in the annual Easter Egg Roll
Trump and First Lady Melania Trump walk down the stairs while hosting the annual event
Tiffany attends White House Easter Egg Roll with husband and son Alexander
Stephen Miller’s wife Katie attends the White House Easter Egg Roll with one of their children
While Eric and Lara Trump brought their children Luke and Carolina, some of the President’s grandchildren also attended the meeting, Tiffany Trump and her husband Michael Boulos were seen with their son Alexander.
White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller and his wife Katie were also seen with their children; Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt was seen with her son Niko. FBI Director Kash Patel, his girlfriend, country music singer Alexis Wilkins, and other top officials were there.
The rolling on the White House lawn began in 1878 under the administration of President Rutherford B Hayes, after disgruntled lawmakers in Congress banned children and their parents from throwing eggs on Capitol Hill, citing concerns about little feet damaging landscaping.
These days the event draws tens of thousands of people to the White House; Here, parents socialize while kids hunt for real eggs and a Trump administration official prances around dressed as the Easter Bunny.
The main event is Easter Egg Roll, a traditional game in which decorated, hard-boiled eggs are rolled across the White House lawn using only a spoon. This tradition historically symbolizes the rolling of the stone from Jesus’ tomb.
Trump with First Lady Melania Trump greets young guests at the White House Easter Egg Roll on April 6
White House Deputy Chief of Staff holds his son as he participates in the annual Egg Roll
Trump greets young guests at the White House Easter Egg Roll with First Lady Melania Trump
District of Columbia Attorney Jeanine Pirro attends the White House Easter Egg Roll on the South Lawn of the White House
Trump participates in coloring activity with kids while hosting annual Easter Egg Roll
Trump attends the 2026 White House Easter Egg Roll at the White House in Washington
Trump attends annual Easter Egg Roll at the White House
Trump and First Lady Melania Trump arrive for annual Easter Egg Roll
Trump and First Lady Melania Trump talk to a child while hosting the 2026 White House Easter Egg Roll
Trump puts his arm around the Easter Bunny at the White House
Trump and First Lady Melania Trump arrive to attend Easter Egg Roll at the White House
The president stopped to ask reporters numerous questions
At one point, the Trump-friendly crowd began chanting “many more years,” to which the President clenched his fist.
Celebrating America’s 250th birthday this summer, the White House wanted the Easter event to be filled with patriotic displays.
The eggs on the roll are all dyed red, white and blue.
Less patriotic, arguably more American, are the many corporate sponsors flocking to the event: Meta held a booth on artificial intelligence, YouTube handed out promotional bags, the New York Stock Exchange sponsored a challenge coin creation station, and, of course, Coca-Cola provided beverages, including Diet Coke, a Trump favorite.
Music was provided by the Revolutionary War, which recreated the U.S. Marine Band, Army Band, Navy Band, Air Force Band, and the Army Old Guard Fife & Drum Corps.
