McDonald’s USA has reiterated its non-political stance after former President Donald Trump visited one of its Pennsylvania locations as part of his campaign trail on Sunday. Following the visit, McDonald’s released an official statement emphasizing the company’s position of political neutrality, stating, “We are not red or blue — we are golden.”
The company acknowledged that Trump’s visit came after a request made to a local franchisee by the former president and local law enforcement. McDonald’s noted that while it did not seek to become a part of the political conversation during the ongoing election cycle, its brand’s resonance with the American people is evident.
“McDonald’s does not endorse candidates for elected office and that remains true in this race for the next President,” the statement read. “We are not a political brand, but we’ve been proud to hear former President Trump’s love for McDonald’s and Vice President Harris’s fond memories working under the Arches.”
The statement also praised its franchisees for upholding McDonald’s core values of inclusivity. The company pointed out that the same approach had been extended to Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, who have also been invited to McDonald’s restaurants to learn more about the company’s efforts to foster economic opportunity and serve local communities.
Derek Giacomantonio, the local franchise owner/operator who hosted Trump’s visit, shared his pride in serving the community and providing high-quality service to all customers, including public figures, while highlighting the popularity of McDonald’s “World-Famous French Fries.”
As the 2024 U.S. Presidential election nears its end, McDonald’s has reminded its franchisees, employees, and suppliers to stay informed by utilizing company resources, including election toolkits, to navigate the political season while upholding McDonald’s core values.
In closing, the company expressed its gratitude to its employees for continuing to serve customers with pride and for maintaining McDonald’s commitment to opening its doors to all, regardless of political affiliation.
The statement underlined, “The strength of our brand always comes down to our people. McDonald’s resonance and relevance is stronger than ever.”
McDonald’s in the Election Cycle
Though McDonald’s has a longstanding tradition of remaining neutral during political campaigns, its presence has become a notable talking point this election season. Both Trump and Harris have referenced the fast-food chain fondly — Trump as a fan of the food, and Harris for her past experience working at McDonald’s during her youth.
Despite this high-profile attention, McDonald’s remains committed to serving all Americans and staying out of partisan politics, defining itself as “golden” rather than aligning with any political party.
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