Donald Trump’s recent appearance at a McDonald’s in Pennsylvania, where he briefly “worked” the drive-through window, was more theatrical than an actual attempt at labor.
In other words, um fake news anyone?
The event, according to NBC News was staged for a photo op, and involved carefully chosen customers who were pre-screened and searched before receiving food directly from Trump. Reports suggest the individuals participating in the drive-through didn’t even order food; they simply received whatever Trump handed them. The McDonald’s location was closed to the public during the event, further underscoring its staged nature.
This appearance was part of Trump’s ongoing fixation on Vice President Kamala Harris, who worked at McDonald’s during her student years. Trump has repeatedly suggested, without evidence, that Harris fabricated her experience. He previously announced plans to “work” at McDonald’s as a means of mocking Harris, promising to outdo her time there by manning the french fries for a half-hour.
Despite the theatrical nature of the event, Trump did touch on a moment of potential policy relevance when asked about raising the minimum wage. His response was evasive, offering praise for the hard work of McDonald’s employees but stopping short of supporting wage increases.
Ultimately, this staged event highlights the difference between genuine work and political theatrics, with Trump’s appearance designed more for show than substance.
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