Nevada Lieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony expressed his honor in participating in the U.S. Capitol Christmas tree lighting, marking a significant milestone as Nevada provided the national tree for the first time.
“Getting ready for the tree lighting ceremony for the first ever Nevada representation on the United States Capitol grounds,” said S. Anthony, Nevada State Executive – Lieutenant Governor (R). “The northern Nevada red fir will proudly represent our great state for Christmas. Honored with other Nevadans to be part of this historic day.”
Nevada contributed the 2025 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, marking its inaugural participation in the event’s 60-year history. The northern Nevada red fir journeyed over 4,000 miles from the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest to Washington, D.C., for this annual tradition.
The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree program, initiated in 1964, selects a tree from a different national forest each year. The 2025 selection, a 63-foot red fir, represents Nevada’s natural beauty and its contributions to America’s public lands.
The Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest is recognized as the largest national forest in the contiguous United States, covering nearly 6.3 million acres across Nevada and eastern California. It plays a vital role in supporting diverse ecosystems, recreation activities, and conservation efforts.
Anthony serves as Lieutenant Governor of Nevada and has a background as a retired Las Vegas Metropolitan Police captain and former city councilman. He is noted for his advocacy of public safety, tourism, and economic development within the state.
