Trump Promotes 'No Tax on Tips' Policy with 'DoorDash Grandma'

President holds impromptu press conference to highlight how tax policy has helped working Americans

Apr. 13, 2026 at 7:40pm

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A photorealistic painting of a delivery person carrying fast food bags, with warm lighting and deep shadows creating a sense of solitude and contemplation.A 'DoorDash grandma' delivers a message of gratitude to the President, underscoring the real-world impact of his 'no tax on tips' policy.Washington Today

In an impromptu press conference, President Donald Trump welcomed Sharon Simmons, a 'DoorDash grandma' who delivered McDonald's to the Oval Office. Simmons thanked the president for his 'no tax on tips' policy, which she said has greatly benefited her family. Trump also addressed other topics, including his criticism of Pope Leo XIV over the Iran war and a controversial social media post depicting himself as a saint-like healer.

Why it matters

Trump's promotion of the 'no tax on tips' policy is part of his broader effort to appeal to working-class Americans ahead of the 2028 election. The event also highlights the president's tendency to stage media-friendly moments and use his platform to address a range of political and personal issues.

The details

Dressed in a 'DoorDash grandma' T-shirt, Sharon Simmons knocked on the door of the Oval Office with two McDonald's delivery bags. Trump opened the door and welcomed her, saying the scene 'doesn't look staged.' Simmons thanked the president for the 'no tax on tips' policy, which she said has greatly helped her family. When a reporter asked if people at the White House were good tippers, Trump took cash out of his pocket and handed it to Simmons.

  • The impromptu press conference took place on Monday, April 13, 2026.
  • Trump's 'no tax on tips' policy was implemented in 2025.

The players

Donald Trump

The 46th President of the United States, known for his unconventional approach to politics and his tendency to stage media-friendly events.

Sharon Simmons

A 'DoorDash grandma' who delivered McDonald's to the Oval Office to thank President Trump for his 'no tax on tips' policy, which she said has greatly benefited her family.

Pope Leo XIV

The current Pope, who has been critical of Trump's policies, particularly regarding the war in Iran.

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What they’re saying

“This doesn't look staged, does it?”

— Donald Trump, President of the United States

“Yes, very.”

— Sharon Simmons, 'DoorDash grandma'

“There's nothing to apologize for”

— Donald Trump, President of the United States

What’s next

The White House has not provided any details on potential negotiations with Iran, and it remains to be seen how the ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz will be resolved.

The takeaway

Trump's promotion of the 'no tax on tips' policy and his willingness to engage in staged media events highlight his continued efforts to appeal to working-class Americans and maintain a high-profile presence, even as he faces criticism from religious leaders and grapples with global tensions.