DoorDasher joins Trump for impromptu White House press event after delivering McDonald's - CBS News

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April 13, 2026
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A DoorDasher joined President Trump for an impromptu White House press event after delivering McDonald's.

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A DoorDasher joined President Trump for an impromptu White House press event after delivering McDonald's. The delivery driver, whose name was not specified, was unexpectedly included in a public appearance with the President. This unusual event provided a moment of unplanned interaction between the President and a member of the public during an official White House press gathering. The incident quickly gained attention across news outlets, highlighting an unexpected moment in presidential media relations.

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