In a striking appearance at the McDonald’s Impact Summit yesterday, President Donald J. Trump articulated the strides made in reversing the economic fallout attributed to the Biden administration. He presented a forward-looking vision aiming to ensure that prosperity and opportunity become accessible to all Americans.
Key Takeaways from Trump’s Address:
- “I’m proud to be the first former McDonald’s fry cook to serve as President of the United States.” (Watch)
- “My commitment to every family and small business is unwavering—I will ensure you are not just surviving but thriving, achieving a slice of the American Dream… It starts with making America affordable.” (Watch)
- “There’s significant work ahead, but we are making remarkable headway. Currently, 1.9 million more American-born workers are employed compared to my first day in office, and wages for hourly workers are surging at the fastest rate in 60 years.” (Watch)
- “I am dedicated to championing small businesses like yours and the communities we serve. Together, we’re advocating for an economy where every individual can succeed—from the cashier embarking on her career to the franchisee launching his first store, to the young family in a drive-thru.” (Watch)
- “The affordability crisis began under the Biden Administration, and my team is here to resolve it. Over the last six months, breakfast item prices have decreased by 14%, with bread and dairy prices also dropping; notably, egg prices have plummeted by 86% since March.” (Watch)
- “While the Democrats proposed the largest tax hike in history, I proudly enacted the most significant tax cuts in American history this past July, signing the One Big Beautiful Bill. This legislation includes No Tax on Tips, No Tax on Overtime, and No Tax on Social Security for our beloved seniors—a substantial achievement.” (Watch)
- “We eliminated over $1 trillion in regulations that burden the U.S. economy—especially those affecting businesses and their employees. Our combined regulatory and tax reforms have decreased the effective burden on franchisees by more than 37%.” (Watch)
- “My first term included the termination of Obama’s contentious ‘joint employer rule,’ a move to protect the franchise business model. As long as I’m in office, I will defend your right to operate and flourish with your small businesses.” (Watch)
- “You might be aware that I’m among your most devoted customers… While other politicians traverse the skies on campaign jets stocked with gourmet meals, on Trump Force One, we typically enjoy McDonald’s.” (Watch)
