Biden honors Peach and Blossom in final turkey pardon: ‘Keep calm and gobble on’

Published November 25, 2024 12:25pm ET



President Joe Biden pardoned his final two turkeys at the White House on Monday in a lighthearted Thanksgiving tradition that dates back more than 100 years.

“Fellas, your prayers are going to be answered today,” Biden said in a ceremony on the South Lawn. “Based on your temperament and commitment to being productive members of society, I hereby pardon Peach and Blossom.”

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