January 15th 2025.
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, he received a special gift from Coca-Cola's CEO, James Quincey - a commemorative bottle of his beloved Diet Coke. This comes four years after the company publicly criticized him amidst the chaos of the Capitol riot.
In the photo shared by Trump's deputy director of communications, Margo Martin, Trump can be seen beaming with joy as he holds the classic glass bottle, seated next to Quincey who also wears a wide smile. The label on the bottle proudly displays an image of the White House, Trump's name, and the date January 20, 2025 - signaling the start of his second term as president.
Trump's love for Diet Coke is no secret, with reports of him consuming up to a dozen cans a day during his first year in office. He even had a button installed on his Oval Office desk to order the drink whenever he pleased. This gift serves as a meaningful gesture from Coca-Cola, especially considering their previous criticism of Trump after the Capitol riot.
At the time, Coca-Cola denounced the violence and called it an attack on American democracy. However, with the 2024 election victory and Inauguration Day fast approaching, the company has shifted its stance and aligned itself with the returning president.
The commemorative bottle also came with a box detailing the company's history, stating that it was founded 126 years ago in Atlanta and supports over 860,000 jobs in the United States, generating over $58 billion in economic activity annually. This gift serves as a reminder of the longstanding partnership between Coca-Cola and the United States.
Interestingly, this gift may seem contradictory to Trump's health and human services secretary pick, Robert F Kennedy Jr, whose mission is to "Make America Healthy Again" by cracking down on processed foods. However, Trump's love for Diet Coke remains unwavering, further solidifying his personal connection to the iconic beverage.
It's worth noting that Coca-Cola is not the only company showing their support for Trump's return to office. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has visited Trump twice at his Mar-a-Lago home and even donated $1 million to his inaugural fund. It seems that many American companies are eager to align themselves with the returning president.
In conclusion, the first-ever presidential commemorative inaugural Diet Coke bottle serves as a symbol of the strong relationship between Trump and Coca-Cola. Despite previous differences, the company has chosen to celebrate Trump's upcoming second term as president, solidifying their support for his leadership and the United States.
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