'Santa' Obama pays visit and gives out gifts at DC children's hospital'Santa' Obama pays visit and gives out gifts at DC children's hospital [Courtesy]A Santa hat-clad Barack Obama surprised young patients and staff at Children’s National hospital. “I’ve had a chance to talk to some of the wonderful kids and their families, at a time that’s obviously tough for folks. “What a great reminder of what the holiday spirit is supposed to be all about.” The medical complex thanked Obama for stopping by. “Our patients and their families received a huge holiday surprise when Barack Obama warmed our hallways with a huge bag of gifts for our patients!” Obama later tweeted, “Merry Christmas and happy holidays to the extraordinary kids, families, and staff at Children’s National. And thanks for humoring me as your stand-in Santa.”

Source: Standard Digital December 20, 2018 12:00 UTC