Moment Trump puts 'DoorDash Grandma' on the spot about very controversial issue as he hands her a wad of cash
This article highlights a recent and unusual moment at the White House, where a routine food delivery turned into an unexpected interaction involving the President and members of the press. Presented in a clear and neutral tone, the content focuses on the spontaneous nature of the event, the individuals involved, and the broader context surrounding the discussion. It offers readers an informative overview of how everyday situations can sometimes intersect with public attention and policy-related conversations.
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President Donald Trump held a bizarre impromptu press conference with a food delivery driver at the White House who was dropping off his favorite food.
Just outside of the Oval Office, the President received two brown bags full of McDonald's from a DoorDash delivery driver, Sharon Simmons from Arkansas.
The spontaneous nature of the event made it appear more spur-of-the-moment than scripted, in a White House first.
Trump seized on the moment to promote his signature 'no tax on tips' policy as Tax Day approaches on Tuesday.
The courier, wearing a red T-shirt with 'DoorDash Grandma' emblazoned on the front, seemed surprised that Trump brought the press to film her delivery.
'Would you like to do a little news conference with me, with these people?' Trump asked her. 'These are not the nicest people.'
'I'll do whatever you ask me to do, sir,' Simmons responded.
Trump shot in: 'So the no tax on tips is something special. It's very special, and that's one that really pertains to you.'
The President told her it is 'such an honor to meet you,' before adding, 'and I think you voted for me.'
The driver did not answer in the affirmative, saying she 'maybe' voted for the Republican.
'I heard you're a great supporter,' Trump responded. 'We appreciate it.'
Later, Trump asked the delivery worker if she supported his policies to bar men in women's sports.
'I really don't have an opinion on that,' she said. 'I'm here about tax on tips.'
The President later handed the woman a wad of cash as a tip.
Reporters in the room spotted at least a $100 bill in the wad that the President handed her.
'We had a man the other day, they got $5,000,' Trump said, noting a story about a worker receiving a large tip. 'Another one got seven [thousand] that they weren't expecting.'
'It's because of the great, big, beautiful bill, and that's why you came. And I really appreciate it,' he added.
The President was referencing his
marquee legislative package past last summer, dubbed 'The One Big Beautiful Bill Act,' which cut taxes on tips.
White House Communications Director Steven Cheung posted a photo of a cheeseburger from the delivery, which he was personally enjoying for lunch.
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