President Donald Trump received a McDonald’s delivery at the White House on Monday, using the occasion to highlight his administration’s tax policy and engage with reporters on various topics. The delivery driver, Sharon Simmons, a DoorDash worker from Arkansas, handed Trump two bags of his favorite fast food items, including Filet-O-Fish sandwiches, Big Macs, french fries, and a chocolate shake. Trump then tipped Simmons $100 in cash after a reporter asked about the White House’s tipping practices.
Simmons, who has worked with DoorDash since 2022, praised the administration’s “no tax on tips” policy, which allows workers to deduct up to $25,000 in tip earnings from their taxable income between 2025 and 2028. She confirmed that the policy had helped her save $11,000 in taxes last year. Trump referred to the legislation as the “Big Beautiful Bill” and emphasized its benefits for tipped workers.
During the impromptu press conference, Trump discussed a range of topics, including Iran, the Pope, and an AI-generated image he had posted and later deleted. The image depicted him in a manner resembling Jesus Christ, which he described as a representation of himself as a doctor. Trump also addressed U.S. policy toward Iran, confirming that negotiations were stalled over Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
The president also asked Simmons her opinion on men playing in women’s sports, a topic he has criticized Democrats for supporting. Simmons, who was wearing a “DoorDash Grandma” shirt, declined to comment, stating she was there to discuss tax policy. Trump invited Simmons and her husband, who is battling cancer, to attend a UFC fight at the White House later this year.
The event was part of the administration’s efforts to promote domestic policies ahead of Tax Day, while Trump’s foreign policy decisions, particularly regarding Iran, remain unpopular with some voters.