Staff Reports
President Trump is once again making headlines by reshaping Washington D.C. in a way that could only be described as classically Trump. This time, he’s brought a dose of his trademark humor back to the Oval Office with the return of his much-missed Diet Coke button, a nifty little gadget that indicates who the real boss is around the Resolute Desk.
Vice President J.D. Vance recently recounted how Trump used this little invention to lighten the mood during serious discussions. The button, encased in an ornate wooden box, served as more than just a novelty; it became a playful tool for Trump to pull pranks on unsuspecting visitors. Vance’s experience during one of these conversations sounds straight out of a sitcom: while discussing crucial matters with Senate leadership, Trump popped the button and simply observed Vance’s reaction, leaving the vice president wondering if something was amiss. Spoiler alert: it was just the Diet Coke delivery that came running in to quench the former president’s thirst.
The Diet Coke button returns to the Oval Office after Trump inauguration https://t.co/o0UoEQxZqK pic.twitter.com/a6Fn2PRuBY
— New York Post (@nypost) January 21, 2025
This whimsical return of the Diet Coke button is only one part of Trump’s larger mission to stamp his personality all over the Oval Office. In a bold move, he has also hung a newly infamous mugshot in the hallway, serving as both a badge of honor and a reminder of his resilience in the face of political adversity. Clearly, Trump is not one to shy away from making personal statements, whether they involve soft drinks or defiance against the political establishment.
It’s hard to forget the iconic image of Trump serving fast food to college football champions, an indelible mark of his unique brand of leadership. Critics may have dismissed his diet of burgers and Diet Cokes as poor choices, branding it “poison,” but that hasn’t slowed him down. At 78, Trump continues to charge ahead with his “MAGA” agenda, leaving his detractors desperately trying to keep pace.
But the renovations aren’t stopping with a mere button and a mounted photo. Rumors suggest that Trump has bigger plans in mind, specifically a patio overhaul of the Rose Garden – envisioning something akin to the impressive outdoor areas at Mar-A-Lago. As the renovation saga unfolds, it becomes clear that Trump is not just making cosmetic changes; he’s laying down the foundation of his legacy in the most classic Trump fashion.
