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Trump Criticizes DoorDash Event, Promotes 'No Tax on Tips' Policy

4/18/2026

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On April 17, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump criticized a DoorDash photo-op, calling it 'tacky'.
The event promoted his 'no tax on tips' policy and outreach to service workers.
Sharon Simmons, a DoorDash driver, discussed tax benefits and deflected Trump's question on transgender athletes.
Trump handed Sharon Simmons $100 during the event.
In a separate comment, he expressed confusion over the term 'corner store' while discussing small-business tax cuts.

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Story summary

On April 17, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump criticized a DoorDash photo-op, calling it 'tacky'.
The event promoted his 'no tax on tips' policy and outreach to service workers.
Sharon Simmons, a DoorDash driver, discussed tax benefits and deflected Trump's question on transgender athletes.
Trump handed Sharon Simmons $100 during the event.
In a separate comment, he expressed confusion over the term 'corner store' while discussing small-business tax cuts.