Mini Trump, Melania and ‘party pooper’ steal spotlight as president hosts Halloween bash

WASHINGTON, DC: The White House turned into a festive wonderland on Thursday night as President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump opened the gates for the annual Halloween celebration. Families and children poured in, dressed as superheroes, princesses, ghosts, and skeletons — all eager to collect candy and capture a photo with the President and First Lady.

Among the crowd, three tiny guests managed to steal the spotlight — a “mini Trump,” a “mini Melania,” and a mischievous “party pooper.” Videos of the trio quickly took over social media, making the 67th White House Halloween celebration a viral hit.

Mini Trump, Melania and ‘Party Pooper’ steal spotlight as Donald Trump greets trick-or-treaters

Returning from a long trip to Asia, Trump and Melania wasted no time diving into the festivities. The President, wearing his signature red “USA 45–47” hat, shared candy and laughter with children as they paraded in their Halloween best.

One of the highlights came when Trump spotted a young boy dressed exactly like him — complete with a red tie, blond wig, and suit. Laughing, he gave the boy a high-five and called him over for photos. Then, spotting a girl beside him, he pointed toward her and mouthed “Melania” to reporters, drawing chuckles from the crowd.

But the biggest laugh of the night came when a child appeared in a full toilet costume labeled “party pooper.” Trump couldn’t stop laughing and handed the boy a chocolate bar as cameras flashed. 

Donald Trump and Melania Trump host families for a lively Halloween night

The South Lawn came alive with glowing pumpkins, orange lights, and spooky fall decor. Families walked through arches of autumn leaves and took photos beside displays featuring dinosaurs, ghosts, and the twin sisters from 'The Shining'.

Adding to the atmosphere, the Air Force band performed theme songs from 'Harry Potter', 'Game of Thrones', and 'Pirates of the Caribbean'.

Several senior White House officials, including Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt and Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, joined the event with their families. Staff children, dressed in colorful costumes, eagerly collected candy from the Trumps while photographers captured the cheerful mood.

Photos and videos from the evening flooded social media, highlighting a night filled with laughter, lighthearted moments, and viral costumes that stole the show.