Former President and Republican candidate Donald Trump who on Sunday donned an apron and manned the fry station at a McDonald's shared a heartfelt with an Indian-origin couple . The couple expressed their gratitude, saying Trump had made it possible for ordinary people like them to connect with a sitting president.
The visit came as part of his campaign efforts, aimed at countering claims made by his Democratic opponent, Kamala Harris , who had claimed that she worked at a fast-food restaurant during her college years—a claim Trump has disputed without evidence.
As Trump served fries and interacted with customers, he displayed his signature charm, exclaiming, “I like this job. I think I might come back and do it again.” His comments were met with enthusiasm from patrons, including the Indian-origin couple who expressed their admiration for him.
“Thank you, Mister President. You are not ordinary. You are the type of person we want to be our president,” they said. Trump responded graciously, “When you think about it, I guess that’s right. Thank you very much.”
The couple also told thanked the former President for "taking a bullet for us". This remark followed Trump’s recent brush with danger, having survived an assassination attempt earlier this summer.
This visit follows a dramatic incident in July, when Trump was shot in the upper ear during an open-air rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The shooter, a 20-year-old man, opened fire from a nearby building, tragically killing one attendee and injuring two others before being neutralised by security personnel.
The McDonald's visit turned into a spectacle, drawing crowds eager to catch a glimpse of the former president. Traffic was halted, and supporters waved flags and took pictures, celebrating his presence. Trump's affinity for fast food is well-known, with McDonald's being a personal favourite.
Critics, including Harris’ spokesperson, have called attention to the nature of Trump's visit, suggesting it exploits working-class individuals for political gain. Despite this, the former president continues to assert that he understands the struggles of everyday Americans.
The visit came as part of his campaign efforts, aimed at countering claims made by his Democratic opponent, Kamala Harris , who had claimed that she worked at a fast-food restaurant during her college years—a claim Trump has disputed without evidence.
As Trump served fries and interacted with customers, he displayed his signature charm, exclaiming, “I like this job. I think I might come back and do it again.” His comments were met with enthusiasm from patrons, including the Indian-origin couple who expressed their admiration for him.
“Thank you, Mister President. You are not ordinary. You are the type of person we want to be our president,” they said. Trump responded graciously, “When you think about it, I guess that’s right. Thank you very much.”
The couple also told thanked the former President for "taking a bullet for us". This remark followed Trump’s recent brush with danger, having survived an assassination attempt earlier this summer.
NRI, Indian Origin Americans are the backbone of the Indo-US relationship. They are the strongest pillars of India' s growth & power. They are the Ambassadors of true Indianness #Trump #MAGApic.twitter.com/8Ml44pupYZ
— Guddu Khetan (@guddu_khetan) October 21, 2024
This visit follows a dramatic incident in July, when Trump was shot in the upper ear during an open-air rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The shooter, a 20-year-old man, opened fire from a nearby building, tragically killing one attendee and injuring two others before being neutralised by security personnel.
The McDonald's visit turned into a spectacle, drawing crowds eager to catch a glimpse of the former president. Traffic was halted, and supporters waved flags and took pictures, celebrating his presence. Trump's affinity for fast food is well-known, with McDonald's being a personal favourite.
Critics, including Harris’ spokesperson, have called attention to the nature of Trump's visit, suggesting it exploits working-class individuals for political gain. Despite this, the former president continues to assert that he understands the struggles of everyday Americans.
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