What better way to ring in the New Year than with a Cabinet secretary busting moves to a 90s hip-hop classic at President Donald Trump’s iconic Mar-a-Lago resort?
On Wednesday night, the glittering estate hosted a star-studded New Year’s Eve gala where Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stole the show dancing to Vanilla Ice’s timeless hit, "Ice Ice Baby," while high-profile guests, a charity auction, and a personal announcement added to the evening’s buzz, as the New York Post reports.
The celebration kicked off with the kind of energy only Mar-a-Lago can muster, drawing a crowd of heavy hitters from politics and beyond.
Among the notable attendees were Don Jr. and Eric Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu—fresh from a Monday meeting with President Trump on the Gaza Strip cease-fire—House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-MN), former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani, and Emirati billionaire Hussain Sajwani, who’s promised a whopping $20 billion for U.S. data centers.
Also mingling were D.C. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro, White House deputy chief of staff Dan Scavino, and U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor, proving this wasn’t just a party but a power summit.
President Trump himself took the stage, delivering remarks that underscored his optimism as his second term’s first year drew to a close.
“America is doing great,” Trump declared, setting a confident tone for the night and the year ahead.
That line might irk the perpetually aggrieved on the left, but let’s be honest—after years of doom-and-gloom narratives, a little positivity from the top feels like a breath of fresh air.
Yet, the real viral moment came when Kristi Noem hit the dance floor to the iconic beats of “Ice Ice Baby,” a nostalgic nod that had everyone talking.
A clip of Noem grooving was shared by Katie Miller, wife of White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller, who was also spotted getting down in the video.
Katie captioned it with a playful “ICE ICE Baby,” a quip that’s pure gold for those who appreciate a good pun over progressive piety.
Of course, some detractors have taken to calling Noem “ICE Barbie,” a jab that’s less clever than it thinks, especially when she’s clearly just enjoying a well-earned night of fun amid a grueling job securing our borders.
The evening wasn’t all dance moves and star power; a charity auction featured a speed-painted portrait of Jesus by Christian artist Vanessa Horabuena, signed by Trump himself to boost its value.
The winning bid came in at an impressive $2.5 million, with proceeds benefiting the local sheriff’s department and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital—a reminder that even amid celebration, the spirit of giving shines through.
Adding a personal touch to the night, Katie and Stephen Miller announced they’re expecting their fourth child in 2026, a joyful note that rounded out an evening of patriotism, nostalgia, and forward-looking hope.
