Trump's McDonald's Stunt Draws Criticism

Donald Trump staged a publicity stunt at a McDonald's in Pennsylvania, attempting to connect with the working class by serving fries, but the event was widely criticized as inauthentic. The restaurant was closed to the public, and the customers were pre-screened supporters, undermining the genuine experience of fast food workers. Trump struggled with basic fry-making tasks, ignoring instructions and failing to follow proper hygiene protocols, which raised eyebrows given the restaurant's recent health inspection failures. Critics, including Democratic representatives and commentators, dismissed the stunt as bizarre and lacking substance, questioning its effectiveness in conveying an economic agenda. In a jab at Vice President Kamala Harris, Trump claimed he had 'worked 15 minutes more' than she had at McDonald's, which some viewed as an effort to deflect criticism. Overall, the event generated considerable online mockery and skepticism about Trump's sincerity in connecting with everyday Americans.