Overview

• A McDonald’s food truck was spotted at the Saudi Ministry of Media's 'Media Oasis' event, organized for journalists covering President Trump's visit to Riyadh.
• A White House official confirmed the presence of the food truck, which featured McDonald’s branding and Arabic writing, during the president's visit.
• Fact-checkers clarified that there is no evidence the truck was commissioned by the Saudi government or McDonald’s specifically for Trump; it was part of the media hospitality setup.
• President Trump’s well-documented affinity for McDonald’s, including serving it at events and featuring it in his campaigns, has fueled speculation about the truck’s purpose.
• The Media Oasis event highlights Saudi Arabia’s efforts to curate settings for international journalists during high-profile diplomatic visits.