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In a lighthearted yet pointed statement, McDonald’s confirmed that Vice President Kamala Harris has never worked for the fast-food giant, but extended an open invitation for her to do so—much like former President Donald Trump did earlier in the day. The remarks, shared by a McDonald’s franchisee, come after Trump made headlines by working a brief shift at one of the chain’s locations.
“McDonald’s has no record of Kamala Harris ever working for the company,” the fast-food corporation said, addressing social media speculation. “But we made it clear she is welcome to work at one of its restaurants as Trump did earlier today.”
The humorous statement follows Trump’s widely publicized visit to McDonald’s, where he served customers and posed for photos in what supporters praised as an effort to connect with everyday Americans. The visit sparked conversations across social media, with many comparing Trump’s appearance at the fast-food chain to Harris’s public persona, drawing a contrast between the two political figures.
Social media quickly lit up with reactions to McDonald’s statement, with some users mocking Harris for her lack of working-class credentials while praising Trump’s stunt. “Trump works at McDonald’s, and Kamala gets an invite. Seems like the people’s president is already back at it,” one user tweeted.
Meanwhile, critics of Trump dismissed the event as a PR stunt, questioning its sincerity. “This is nothing more than a photo op for Trump,” one commenter argued. “It’s not like he’s actually connecting with anyone.”
The playful tone of McDonald’s invitation to Harris adds a new layer to the ongoing political rivalry between the two leaders, as their actions and public appearances continue to be scrutinized in the lead-up to the 2024 election. While Trump’s brief time behind the counter at McDonald’s was meant to highlight his connection to the working class, the invitation to Harris seems to encourage her to engage similarly, suggesting that she too could benefit from such a gesture.
McDonald’s has long been a cultural symbol of everyday American life, and Trump’s visit played into his populist image, with supporters seeing his appearance as a way to connect with regular Americans. Harris, on the other hand, has often been criticized by her opponents for being out of touch with the average voter, making McDonald’s invitation particularly pointed.
As the 2024 campaign heats up, both Trump and Harris are expected to ramp up efforts to solidify their appeal with key voter blocs. Whether Harris will take up McDonald’s on their offer remains to be seen, but for now, the contrast between Trump’s populist maneuver and Harris’s absence at the fast-food counter is sparking a fresh round of political debate.
