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For decades, U.S. presidents have pardoned turkeys the day before Thanksgiving. During his tenure, President Barack Obama has used the annual event to try out some of his worst jokes and embarrass his daughters, Malia and Sasha.
The White House Turkey Pardon: Obama At His Corniest
Over the years, President Obama has saved some of his corniest jokes for the predictably absurd White House turkey pardon.
The White House Turkey Pardon: Obama At His Corniest
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