Trump Wears McDonald's Apron in Pennsylvania, Critiques Harris' Record

Oct. 20 (UPI) -- Former President Donald Trump became a McDonald's employee for a day at a Pennsylvania location on Sunday, skillfully serving fries and holding an impromptu press conference. This event coincides with the crucial swing states' importance as the presidential race heats up.

During the visit, Trump handed out food through the drive-thru, claiming he prepared it himself, and even offered to pay for customers' meals. His actions seem to be a strategic move to connect with voters before the upcoming election.

While at McDonald's, Trump operated a fry machine, similar to one that Vice President Kamala Harris claims she worked at during her youth in California and as a grad student at Howard University. Harris has referenced her McDonald's job in previous campaigns to enhance her working-class appeal.

Trump has questioned the legitimacy of Harris’s employment claims, labeling them as exaggerated. He proposed, "I'm looking for a job" while interacting with the restaurant's owner and called her narratives "totally phony." Despite these attacks, Harris has largely chosen to ignore Trump's remarks.

Interestingly, Trump's fondness for McDonald's has been a consistent theme since his original presidential campaign. His recent focus on Harris's fast-food history highlights the ongoing political debate about authenticity and class among candidates.

As Trump persists in spotlighting Harris's McDonald's connection, her anecdote from the Democratic National Convention continues to feed the narrative, leading to playful jabs from political figures regarding which candidate has a stronger fast-food history.