Trump installs Diet Coke Button

January 28, 2025

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American President, Donald Trump, has reinstalled the famous Diet Coke button on the Resolute Desk in the Oval Office, a feature that gained attention during his first term.

This quirky addition reflects Trump’s personal style as he begins his second term in the White House. Coca-Cola celebrated the occasion by gifting Trump a special-edition Diet Coke bottle, marking his inauguration on January 20, 2025.

The button, once removed, has returned to summon White House staff to deliver cans of Diet Coke at the president’s request. Trump’s fondness for the drink has been well-documented, and the commemorative bottle from Coca-Cola, engraved with his name and the inauguration date, is a nod to this unique trait. This limited-edition item will not be sold and is meant only for White House use and select events.

Other changes to the Oval Office include the addition of a bust of Winston Churchill and a portrait of Andrew Jackson, figures Trump admires. In a recent speech, Trump described the significance of the space: “Wars start and end there. Everything starts and ends at the Oval Office.”

If you could add a special button to your desk, what would it do?

Article written by Milli Banbury

This article was written using AI as an assistive tool for research and writing.

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Last week, Room 9 went on camp near Lake Ōkataina. During the three days, the class practised setting up tents, cooking simple meals, and following safety rules around the lake. They also took part in a night walk, a team challenge course, and a short study of native birds. Although the weather changed often, the students kept working together. Their teacher said the camp was designed to build independence, teamwork, and confidence. By the end of the trip, many students said they felt more capable of doing hard things without help.

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