President Joe Biden exercised his presidential pardon power by granting clemency to two fortunate turkeys, Peach and Blossom, to kick off the holiday season. Weighing 41 and 40 pounds respectively, these turkeys were hatched in Minnesota and specially trained for their pardon. The ceremony took place on the White House South Lawn, where Biden humorously addressed the birds' behavior, urging them to 'keep calm and gobble on'.
Reflecting on his long public service career, Biden expressed gratitude and thanked the audience for the honor of serving as president. He emphasized the importance of family, friends, and neighbors, highlighting the blessings of living in the United States.
