National Christmas Tree lights up Washington

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The Obamas are joined by Kermit the Frog, Carson Daly, OneRepublic, Big Time Rush and others for the annual lighting of the National Christmas Tree.

The White House is seen in the background before the National Christmas Tree is lit. Katherine Frey/The Washington Post

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It has changed species and size, but lighting it has been tradition since 1923.

The first lady presents holiday decorations at the White House.