Air Force Fun! Breaking Down the McDonald's Orders of President Trump's Cabinet

We’re still months away from the start of Donald Trump’s second presidential term, but that hasn’t stopped 47 from dominating the news cycle with cabinet appointees and agenda items—many of which some people find rather troubling. However, Trump’s return has provided something that all citizens of the United States can enjoy: this photo of Donald, Elon, Donald Jr., and RFK en route to UFC 309 with a table full of McDonald’s in front of them.

Let’s break down the orders, key takeaways, and how happy they seem with their meals.





Elon Musk

Musk is known for his less-than-balanced diet, including a daily doughnut and a penchant for steak and potatoes. With a net worth topping $300 billion, McDonald’s is still probably a novelty for the SpaceX founder. That being said, he seems to be learning fast how to dine like his new Pal Donny. 

His choice of sauces—Tangy BBQ and Sweet and Sour—prove he has good taste in at least one department. Pairing these with a Quarter Pounder with Cheese, a meat-heavy option that forgoes vegetables entirely, makes this an authentic, Elon order. He may not love the Mac, but he is trying to for his friend. 

A particularly notable takeaway is Musk’s choice to put ketchup directly on the fries in the package rather than dipping them. This confirms long-held suspicions that Musk is a bit of an odd duck. It’s also a disgusting choice, both for the fries and for his fingers.

Meal Satisfaction: 5.1/10



Donald Trump

President Trump’s love of McDonald’s is well-documented, particularly his fondness for their seafood offering, which he insists on calling the “Fish Delight” instead of its given name, the Filet-O-Fish. This renaming is likely a reflection of his enthusiasm for the item, though it may also stem from the difficulty he has with "F" alliterations while keeping his dentures in check.

The Fish Delight, Big Mac, and fries in front of him—along with the enormous grin on his face—confirm what we all know: Trump loves this stuff. It’s not just a meal for him; it’s a way of life.

Meal Satisfaction: 9.7/10




Donald Jr.


The president’s son is beaming in this photo, and it’s probably because Dad let him order from the “real” menu. Guess what? He got Chicken Nuggets! Just like the ones in the Happy Meal but even more of them! Junior looks thrilled. However, there’s a notable absence of dipping sauces—likely because he still finds anything except ketchup “yucky.” Regardless, it’s clear that this moment on the plane with his dad and a big kid meal has made him the happiest camper on the way to UFC.

Meal Satisfaction: 10/10





Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

The future leader of the Department of Health and Human Services looks as though he’s being held at gunpoint. His expression as he opens a burger in front of him screams “proof of life,” as if he’s trying to convince us all that, yes, the “poison” he’s railed against is actually in his hands.

No one in this photo or possibly on the planet at that time is more visibly unhappy than RFK. On the way to the plane, he was praying for the motorcade to hit a stray animal so he could scrape up the roadkill and cook it on the tarmac. 

Meal Satisfaction: -100/10

I know there are a lot of people in our country—especially here in the Northeast—who are upset with the election results. While I understand and value their feelings, I hope they can find it in themselves to root for the United States as a nation, and for the prosperity and safety of all its people.

And if they can’t, well, I hope they can at least find some happiness or laughter in the bizarre photo ops that the next four years are sure to bring.