Trump reinstalls Oval Office Diet Coke button upon White House return

President Donald Trump has brought back one of his most talked-about quirks from his first term: the Diet Coke button on the Oval Office’s Resolute desk.

Alongside other personalized changes to the iconic space, the reinstallation of the button highlights Trump’s return to the White House in characteristic style.

This unique feature comes as Coca-Cola commemorates his second inauguration with a special-edition Diet Coke bottle, underscoring the president’s well-known affinity for the drink.

Trump’s Diet Coke button returns to the Oval Office

The backstory:

The Oval Office, a symbol of U.S. presidential power, often showcases the personal preferences of its occupant. Among the updates made for Trump’s return is the reinstallation of the Diet Coke button, a feature that became emblematic of his first term.

report by The Wall Street Journal revealed that the button, used to summon White House staff to deliver cans of Diet Coke, has been reinstated. This quirky addition is just one of many changes Trump made to personalize the iconic workspace.

President Donald Trump, known for his signature love of Diet Coke, reinstalls the infamous Diet Coke button on the Oval Office Resolute Desk as part of his return to the White House. (Getty Images.)

Trump’s fondness for Diet Coke has been well-documented, and Coca-Cola marked the occasion with a special gift. Earlier this year, Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey presented Trump with a commemorative inaugural Diet Coke bottle.

The limited-edition bottle, which bears Trump’s name, the White House, and the date of January 20, 2025, will not be available for sale. According to Coca-Cola, a small quantity of the bottles will be distributed to the White House and select inauguration events.

What the Oval Office changes say about Trump’s return

Big picture view:

As with any incoming president, changes to the Oval Office began immediately after Trump’s inauguration. Among the updates are a bust of Winston Churchill and a portrait of Andrew Jackson, reflecting Trump’s admiration for both figures.

Trump remarked on the importance of the Oval Office during a post-inauguration speech: "Wars start and end there. Everything starts and ends at the Oval Office." 

The reinstallation of the Diet Coke button adds a personal touch to the historic space, emphasizing the blend of tradition and individuality in his presidency.

The Source: This story is based on reporting by The Wall Street Journal, Coca-Cola Company statements, and previous FOX News Digital reporting.

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