Trump slammed for embarrassing spelling

Trump slammed for embarrassing spelling of word with calls for 'another cognitive test'
Story by Mataeo Smith •
01/15/26

Donald Trump was branded a "toddler" during a Wednesday signing ceremony in the Oval Office after he lectured Americans on the spelling of the word "whole."

"It's actually a legal definition - 'whole milk.' And it's whole with a W for those of you that have a problem," he told the cameras. The moment was especially odd due to the sheer number of public blunders that have partially plagued his second term.


X users were quick to comment on the bizarre comment. One said, "What an embarrassment!" Another added, "Time for another cognitive test." From not knowing what a baby stroller is to grossly mispronouncing basic words, the 47th has made a habit out of not researching topics before lecturing reporters about them.

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At the signing ceremony for the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, which was unanimously enacted by both congressional houses in late 2025, a number of members of Congress and milk supporters joined Trump in the Oval Office.

Trump's signature follows the introduction of new dietary guidelines by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Jan. 7. These instructions reverse the usual food pyramid, emphasizing full-fat dairy, protein, and "healthy fats." Kennedy made the announcement, saying, "We are ending the war on saturated fats."


The new law essentially reverses an Obama-era bill meant to combat the rise in childhood obesity
The new law essentially reverses an Obama-era bill meant to combat the rise in childhood obesity
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In addition to reduced-fat and fat-free milk, the new law permits schools that take part in the National School Lunch Program, which serves meals to almost 30 million students, including 21 million at free or reduced prices, to offer students whole 2% milk or nondairy beverages that are "nutritionally equivalent" to milk.

As part of efforts to reduce juvenile obesity, former President Barack Obama approved the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010, mandating that schools serve only reduced-fat milk. The law now changes those provisions.


The new regulation applies to school breakfasts and lunches and allows both flavored and unflavored milk as well as organic and nonorganic milk
The new regulation applies to school breakfasts and lunches and allows both flavored and unflavored milk as well as organic and nonorganic milk
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"President Trump will sign into law a fix to the failed Obama policy that foolishly banned whole milk from public schools and barred children from the essential nutrients needed to grow, learn, and stay healthy," White House spokeswoman Taylor Rogers said. "This is common sense and great news for America’s children, dairy farmers, and parents who deserve choice, not big government mandates."

Rogers added that Trump is "delivering on his commitment to Make America Healthy Again!”


The U.S. Department of Agriculture launched a new advertising campaign with Trump sporting a milk mustache
The U.S. Department of Agriculture launched a new advertising campaign with Trump sporting a milk mustache
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The new regulation applies to school breakfasts and lunches and allows both flavored and unflavored milk as well as organic and nonorganic milk. Furthermore, if a child has dietary restrictions owing to a disability, the new rule will permit parents to approve the use of a milk substitute. A doctor's written statement is currently required by law.

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Following the release of the dietary recommendations, the U.S. Department of Agriculture launched a new advertising campaign with Trump sporting a milk mustache to encourage Americans to consume whole milk.