Washington, Jan 1 || US President Donald Trump has said that “peace on earth” was his New Year’s resolution as he addressed guests at a gathering at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, striking a brief note of aspiration before turning to a wide-ranging reflection on the state of the country.
When asked about his New Year’s resolution at the New Year’s Eve gathering on Wednesday, the President replied: “Peace. Peace on earth. Peace on earth.” He did not respond to questions about the CIA’s role in an attack on Venezuela or whether he would put boots on the ground in Ukraine.
A large number of eminent people were invited by Trump and the First Lady for the New Year's Eve celebrations. The scene was festive and theatrical, according to a White House pool report.
At the entrance to the party, a black carpet reading “Happy New Year Mar A Lago” in gold letters greeted guests. Musicians stood on pedestals surrounded by tall white candles, playing “God Bless America” and the “Star Spangled Banner”.
Inside the ballroom, a massive white floral arrangement marked the entrance, while a band played “I’ve Had the Time of My Life”.