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From jelly beans to Diet Mountain Dew, how politicians eat and why it matters

Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump, left, serves up french fries as an employee looks on during a camapign stop at a McDonald's in Feasterville-Trevose, Pa., Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024.
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Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump, left, serves up french fries as an employee looks on during a camapign stop at a McDonald's in Feasterville-Trevose, Pa., Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024.

Food is an important part of the campaign trail, from tamales to McDonald's. This hour is all about how food is used in politics, including in the White House. Plus, the delicious return of the election cake.

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