Following former President Donald Trump’s brief stint behind the counter at a Pennsylvania location, McDonald’s reaffirmed its commitment to political neutrality, clarifying that the fast-food giant does not endorse political candidates.

McDonald’s reiterated its stance on political neutrality after Trump made an appearance at a Pennsylvania franchise, briefly working at the drive-thru window and making fries. Responding to the incident, the fast-food giant emphasized that it does not endorse any political candidates and aimed to distance itself from any political implications of the visit.

“As we’ve seen, our brand has been a fixture of conversation this election cycle. While we’ve not sought this, it’s a testament to how much McDonald’s resonates with so many Americans,” the company said in a statement released Monday. “McDonald’s does not endorse candidates for elected office, and that remains true in this race for the next President. We are not red or blue — we are golden.”

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