Trump’s McDonald’s Stunt
Former President Donald Trump made a quick stop at a McDonald’s in Feasterville, Pennsylvania, where he handed out French fries to drive-thru customers. Shortly after, he criticized Vice President Kamala Harris, stating, “I’ve now worked for 15 minutes more than Kamala. She never worked here,” while wearing a McDonald’s apron over his formal attire. Trump frequently makes the unfounded claim that Harris is misrepresenting her past experience at McDonald’s in her twenties, a claim she has denied.
During his brief stint at a McDonald’s in Bucks County, Donald Trump received training from employees on operating the fry cooker and managing the drive-thru. He then handed out orders to a few customers, all of whom were supporters.
“I wouldn’t mind this job,” he remarked. “I think I might come back and do it again.”
While at the drive-thru window, Trump answered questions from reporters, noting, “Strange place to do a news conference.” When asked about his pay, he humorously replied, “Not enough. I want more. I want more money.”
Response from the Harris Campaign
The Harris campaign dismissed Trump’s publicity stunt.
“This guy has spent decades shortchanging workers, cutting overtime benefits for millions, and opposing minimum wage increases,” wrote Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, Harris’ running mate, in a social media post on Sunday.
He further stated, “You know who has actually worked at McDonald’s, stood with workers on picket lines, and fights for working people? @KamalaHarris.”
Both campaigns are actively seeking the support of labor voters by making promises such as eliminating taxes on tips. Harris has garnered endorsements from several unions across the country, including the United Auto Workers and the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations.
With just 16 days remaining until the November 5 election, Trump’s visit to McDonald’s was part of a larger campaign effort across Pennsylvania aimed at drawing voters’ attention in this crucial battleground state.