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Trump Claims Sharpie Customized Pen for $1 Trillion Deal

4/1/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump claimed he spoke with the head of Sharpie about customizing a pen for signing a $1 trillion airplane contract, including a black pen with 'The White House' in gold, while Sharpie said it was unaware of any such discussion.
Trump said he prefers inexpensive pens despite their high cost and would pay for the customized pen.
It remains unclear whether Sharpie produced any pens for Trump.

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U.S. President Donald Trump claimed he spoke with the head of Sharpie about customizing a pen for signing a $1 trillion airplane contract, including a black pen with 'The White House' in gold, while Sharpie said it was unaware of any such discussion.
Trump said he prefers inexpensive pens despite their high cost and would pay for the customized pen.
It remains unclear whether Sharpie produced any pens for Trump.