WASHINGTON, DC - DECEMBER 16: A candle is lit on a menorah during a Hanukkah holiday reception in the East Room of the White House on December 16, 2024 in Washington, DC. During the reception U.S. President Joe Biden spoke on a range of topics, including his commitment to continue working towards the release of hostages still being held from the October 7th attack on Israel by Hamas. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)