In a campaign stop that grabbed attention, Donald Trump made a surprise visit to a McDonald’s in Pennsylvania. The former president took on an unexpected role, stepping behind the counter to serve french fries. This visit stirred reactions and raised a few eyebrows.
Now, many are wondering whether it is true that Trump served at McDonald’s. Here is everything you need to know.
Did Donald Trump serve at McDonald’s?
Donald Trump made headlines when he stepped into a McDonald’s in Pennsylvania to serve fries to customers, marking an unusual campaign stop ahead of the presidential elections. Sporting a McDonald’s apron, Trump joked with the crowd, saying, “Hello, everybody. It’s my first day at McDonald’s, and I’m already working harder than Kamala Harris ever did!” (via Fox News).
This comment was in reference to Harris’ previous claim that she had worked at McDonald’s over 40 years ago, a statement that Trump dismissed as false. The former president said, “She shouldn’t lie about it. McDonald’s confirmed four times that she never worked here. But, let’s not talk about that.”
During his time in the restaurant, Trump shook hands with customers, handed out orders through the drive-thru window, and even offered playful commentary. He continued to mock Harris, stating, “I’ve now worked for 15 minutes more than Kamala at McDonald’s.” When told it was Harris’s birthday, he quipped, “I think I’ll get her some flowers. Maybe I’ll get her some fries.”
Throughout his stint behind the counter, Trump spoke to reporters about various topics, including raising the minimum wage and a recent call he had with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He also praised McDonald’s, calling it “an amazing business” and used the opportunity to energize his supporters. Trump promised that if re-elected, he would “make America greater than ever before.”
However, Trump’s fast-food stunt wasn’t without controversy. After images of the visit went viral, several social media users pointed out that the McDonald’s location was reportedly closed on the day of his visit, leading some to question whether the event had been staged.