Well, folks, it looks like McDonald’s has finally addressed the mystery surrounding Vice President Kamala Harris’ claim that she worked at one of their franchises back in the 1980s. In a memo circulated to its franchisees, McDonald’s admitted that it doesn’t have records going that far back. But, of course, they made sure to sprinkle in a little PR lingo about how Harris has “fond memories” of the job, leaving the public to wonder: did this ever actually happen?

Harris first floated this tale during her 2019 run for president, conveniently aligning herself with fast food workers in their push for a $15 minimum wage. She even repeated the story as recently as April 2024, telling Drew Barrymore that she “did fries” at a McDonald’s in Alameda County. Yet, when pressed for evidence—whether a pay stub, a co-worker, or even a photo—the Harris campaign came up empty. Nothing. Not even a blurry snapshot or an old colleague stepping forward to say, “Yep, I worked with her!”

Now, here’s where it gets interesting: McDonald’s staff at the very location in question claim they’ve been sworn to secrecy. Sworn to secrecy? Over a fast food gig from four decades ago? Call me crazy, but that doesn’t sound like your typical restaurant policy. It sounds like damage control.

This is an internal statement to the McDonald’s system from the US Senior Leadership Team regarding today’s visit by the Trump campaign to a local franchisee in Pennsylvania. The statement outlines the origins of the event, the company’s response, and an invitation extended to… pic.twitter.com/1GntbmDbbY

— McFranchisee (@McFranchisee) October 20, 2024

In contrast, the Harris campaign has leaned into the claim, using it to paint the VP as a champion of the working class. A journey from flipping burgers to the second-highest office in the land—sounds like a heartwarming story, right?

Her staff even described it as “the incarnation of the American dream.” Yet somehow, this essential piece of her biography never appeared on any job resume she submitted post-college. Suspicious? You bet it is.

Meanwhile, Donald Trump, never one to let an opportunity pass, jumped all over the story. Over the weekend, Trump made his own high-profile visit to a Pennsylvania McDonald’s, where he donned an apron, made fries, and even served customers at the drive-thru. With his trademark flair, he told reporters, “I’ve now worked for 15 minutes more than Kamala at McDonald’s.” Classic Trump. He didn’t just challenge her claim—he mocked it in a way that sticks with voters.

McDonald’s, for its part, says it doesn’t endorse candidates, but they let Trump stroll through their kitchen, flipping fries for the cameras. They also issued a memo reminding everyone that the company’s doors are open to all, regardless of politics. Fair enough, but let’s be clear: the public still hasn’t gotten a shred of evidence to prove Harris ever worked there.

When asked directly on Monday whether she ever worked at McDonald’s, Harris simply responded, “Did I? Yes, I did.” But that’s all we’re getting—no follow-up, no proof, just a vague “yes.” It feels like a weak attempt to put the story to rest, but it’s not likely to disappear any time soon, especially with Trump ready to pounce on every misstep.