By Charles Switzer
3:15pm PST, Mar 6, 2025
White House Prepped for Trump's Joint Session Speech in 'MAGA Style'
Deputy Assistant to the President
Kaelan Dorr stirred buzz ahead of President
Donald Trump's highly anticipated Joint Session address on Tuesday, March 4, by sharing a bold teaser on X: "White House Comms is pre-gaming the Joint Session the MAGA way. Buckle up for Must See TV!"
The post, which included a pic of McDonald's containers, set the tone for what many expected to be a fiery and unapologetically Trumpian address, reinforcing his signature style of media spectacle. The anticipation surrounding the event led to a flurry of reactions across social media, with supporters hyping up Trump's return to the stage while critics braced for what they expected to be another polarizing performance.
Read on to see how the president's "McDonald's obsession" returned — and how it all went down on social media…
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Trump's McDonald's Tradition in the Spotlight Again Before His Speech
Trump's well-documented
love for McDonald's was once again in the spotlight, with reports suggesting that his pre-speech meal might have included his usual fast-food indulgence. The president's longstanding affinity for the fast food giant is no secret — dating back to 2019, when he famously served fast food at the White House to Clemson football players.
His McDonald's cravings have become part of his brand, symbolizing his connection to "everyday Americans" in the eyes of supporters. Ahead of the speech, memes and jokes flooded X, with one user commenting, "Trump preps for his speech the same way an NFL team carb-loads before the Super Bowl — except it's just McDonald's."
The McDonald's Obsession: A 'Relatable' or 'Gimmicky' Move?
Trump's McDonald's habit has long been a point of fascination, with some seeing it as a relatable, all-American quirk while others dismissed it as a contrived gimmick. The former president has used his fast-food preference as a symbol of his outsider appeal, contrasting himself with traditional politicians.
However, critics argued that the imagery was overplayed, with one X user quipping, "Trump's McDonald's act is the political version of a band that only plays its greatest hits." Whether intentional or not, Trump's continued embrace of fast food remains a defining part of his public persona.
Supporters and Critics Clash Over 'Must See TV' Hype
Although the hype for Trump's address was care-free, reactions to the president's joint address varied widely, with some praising his leadership and others criticizing his message. Rep.
Elise Stefanik expressed strong support, stating, "Every single one of the guests in the First Lady's box have been positively impacted by the return of President Trump's leadership. Promises kept."
Meanwhile, former House Speaker
Nancy Pelosi was highly critical, calling the speech "another manifesto of mistruths," and vowing that "Democrats will continue to stand up for truth and integrity." These contrasting responses illustrate the ongoing partisan divide in American politics.
Did the Speech Live Up to the 'Pre-Game' Hype?
With the White House setting the stage for a "MAGA-style" speech, all eyes had been on whether Trump would deliver a moment that lived up to the high-energy branding. Past speeches have been filled with ad-libs, confrontational moments and headlines that dominate the news cycle for days.
As one user on X put it before the speech, "A Trump speech is never just a speech — it's a WWE promo, a roast session and a campaign rally all rolled into one."
Just ask
Marco Rubio…
