Former President Donald Trump veered from a Cabinet meeting focused on the Iran war and rising prices to discuss the cost of Sharpie pens, suggesting he could negotiate a deal with the company for a lower price on his signature pens.
Trump’s Focus on Sharpies During Cabinet Meeting
During a meeting intended to address the ongoing conflict in Iran and concerns about increasing prices, Trump reportedly interrupted the discussion to talk about Sharpie pens. He joked about the pens and their price, suggesting he could negotiate with the manufacturer to obtain them for $5 each, according to reports.
The digression occurred as the war in Iran entered its fifth week. The meeting also touched on Bessent’s glasses, as Trump weaved between topics.
The former president’s comments drew criticism from late-night host Seth Meyers, who described the behavior as a “symptom” and a distraction from more pressing issues.
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