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Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
‘Do You Like Tootsie Rolls?': Inside Trump's Hardcore Candy Addiction
Since the start of his second term, President Donald Trump has been busy triggering constitutional crises, setting due process and other basic rights on fire, rocking the U.S. economy with a trade war based on horrifically bad math, wielding the Justice Department and other agencies to target his political enemies, and bringing a level of lawlessness and corruption to the federal government not seen since, well, maybe ever — all while his lieutenants work around to clock to grant him the authoritarian powers of a mad 'king.' He has also, in the words of one White House official, been consuming 'an insane amount of candy — just so much candy.' It is fairly common knowledge that Trump is such an avid guzzler of Diet Coke that he had a 'Diet Coke button' installed on the Resolute Desk in the White House's Oval Office. Something many of his voters and biggest fans might not even know about their favorite 'dictator' on 'day one' is that Trump — according to various current and former administration officials and campaign aides, as well as other informal advisers and friends — is a longtime, self-described 'candy addict.' During both of his administrations and on his presidential campaigns, seven sources attest, Trump has ensured that there is plenty of candy surrounding him. In his two presidencies, he has had aides keep bowls, or baskets, filled with different types of candy — Tootsie Rolls, Reese's, caramels, Life Savers, M&Ms, Starburst, Hershey's, Mars bars, Milky Ways, the works — around the West Wing. At times, there's a bowl or basket of candy right outside the Oval Office, and he'll summon close aides to bring it into the Oval whenever he has a craving. The president, who describes himself as a lifelong teetotaller, at times jokingly refers to his candy as 'my alcohol,' according to three of the sources. In summoning the candy during his two different stints in the White House, Trump has been known to shout things like, 'Bring me the alcohol!' or, 'Gimme the alcohol.' For years, certain top aides assumed the rotating role of, in the words of two sources close to Trump, the 'candy people,' so that Trump can have fast, easy access to his treats. As president, Trump has made a point of making light of his candy habit, while unwrapping and snacking on sweets, to senior administration officials and other allies during any number of high-stakes policy meetings, including in some that involved discussing potential bombing targets and military response plans, or Covid-19 death tolls, two sources with direct knowledge of the matter say. Some of these current and former Trump officials say that the president also sometimes stress-eats his candy. One former senior adviser recalls Trump eating an 'unusually big' amount of candy during his months-long crusade to overturn the 2020 presidential election that he lost to Joe Biden. 'He eats a ton of candy,' another former senior Trump aide summarizes. On March 10, weeks before Trump launched a massive new trade war on his so-called 'Liberation Day,' the president met in the Oval Office with Art Laffer, a famous Reaganite economist who's been an informal adviser and friend to Trump for years. Laffer says it was an hour-long sit-down to discuss economic policy and a wide range of other topics. Laffer tells Rolling Stone that upon arriving in the Oval Office, as they were each sitting down at the Resolute desk, the president asked him: 'Do you like Tootsie Rolls?' At this time, Trump was brandishing what Laffer calls a 'big candy basket.' 'It had a lot of stuff. He was digging in it,' he recounts. 'He threw me two Tootsie Rolls, flipped them right across the desk.' Trump also asked, 'Oh, do you like Milk Duds?' before slipping the economist a 'tiny box of Milk Duds.' Laffer says that later in the meeting, he 'somehow' ended up with 'some caramels,' though he can't be sure if or when the president slid those his way. 'He was eating candy, too, of course,' he says. 'It was very charming.' 'He says to me: 'You know, there are some people who are addicted to alcohol. But I'm addicted to candy.' I said to him — jokingly — that 'I'm addicted to both!'' The president chuckled in response, Laffer notes. Reached for comment on Wednesday, the Trump White House's staff were not amused — or were they? 'While President Trump is working tirelessly everyday to work on behalf of the American people to Make America Great Again, there are Fake News outlets like Rolling Stone that seem more interested in peddling falsehoods and fabricating stories. That's why nobody reads them any more and they are rated lower than Candy Corn,' says Steven Cheung, Trump's White House communications director. Trump — who now leads an international movement of right-wing authoritarianism — and his sweet tooth have been alluded to in past testimonials. For instance, in January 2018, The Washington Post reported on how then-House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) acted as 'Trump's fixer, friend, and candy man,' and had noticed that 'when the president reached for a handful of Starbursts … the president was careful to pluck out and eat two flavors: cherry and strawberry.' The Post adds that days after picking up on Trump's preference, McCarthy — eager to suck up — 'bought a plentiful supply of Starbursts and asked a staffer to sort through the pile, placing only those two flavors in a jar. McCarthy made sure his name was on the side of the gift, which was delivered to a grinning Trump, according to a White House official.' Not everybody in the upper ranks of the second Trump administration, though, feels the same way about candy as the president does. Last month, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Trump's secretary of Health and Human Services, told Trump during a televised Cabinet meeting that he was working on barring food-stamp recipients from using their benefits to buy candy. More from Rolling Stone Trump's Assault on Veterans Is Already Taking a Toll Voice of America Will Be Fed OAN's Far-Right Coverage, Says Trump Admin Lawyers Say Trump Is Trying to Send Asian Immigrants to Libya Best of Rolling Stone The Useful Idiots New Guide to the Most Stoned Moments of the 2020 Presidential Campaign Anatomy of a Fake News Scandal The Radical Crusade of Mike Pence
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
This Once-Discontinued Fan-Favorite Candy Brand Is Dropping a New Flavor Soon and Fans are Losing It
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways One of my favorite nostalgic candies that I still enjoy today is Life Savers. These fruity, hard candies have always been a staple in my candy stash, delivering that perfect sweet, tangy bite that instantly takes me back to childhood. While the original Life Savers are iconic on their own, there's been growing excitement around the return of another beloved variety that fans have dearly missed—Creme Savers. Creme Savers gained major popularity during the late '90s and early 2000s. Their smooth, creamy swirl of fruit and cream flavor quickly made them a standout treat. Whether it was the classic Strawberries & Creme or Orange & Creme, these candies had a loyal following that never quite moved on after they disappeared from store shelves. Over the years, fans have repeatedly called for their return, and now that day is finally near. Related: Panera Just Unveiled Its 'Fanciest' Menu Item Yet, and We Can't Wait to Try It Recently, food blogger @snackbetch teased the return of Creme Savers in a post that quickly gained traction online. The response was overwhelming, with longtime fans expressing joy, excitement, and a deep sense of nostalgia. According to updates, the re-release is expected to hit retailers soon, although no official nationwide rollout date has been confirmed just yet. Fueling even more excitement, Parade revealed that the newly revived Creme Savers were recently listed on Blair Candy, a popular online candy wholesaler. While the item is currently out of stock, the listing featured refreshed product descriptions and new promotional images—strong indicators that a full-scale relaunch is in motion. This sneak peek has only intensified the anticipation, leaving fans eager to get their hands on the creamy classic once again. Over on Instagram, the reaction was electric. On the @iconiccandy_ page, fans flooded the comment section with enthusiasm. One excited user wrote, 'Can't wait to try 😍🤎,' while another simply exclaimed, 'Delish!!' The outpouring of support shows just how beloved Creme Savers remain, even after years off the shelves. As someone who appreciates both classic and comeback candies, I can't wait to get my hands on a pack. The return of Creme Savers proves that sometimes, sweet nostalgia really does make the best comeback. Up Next: Related: Kool-Aid Is Dropping Its First New Product in Years and Fans are Eager to Try It: 'Now We Are Cooking with Gas!'
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Yahoo
Van selling illegal weed edibles disguised as candy shut down in Queens: DA
REGO PARK, Queens (PIX11) — Authorities have shut down a van selling illegal weed, including edibles resembling candy, near a school and park in Queens, officials said Monday. The white van, which looked like a mini school bus, was in business for several weeks while parked on Woodhaven Boulevard underneath the Long Island Expressway in Rego Park, drawing several complaints from community members, according to Queens District Attorney Melina Katz. More Local News Investigators did a series of undercover buys at the van before raiding it last week, officials said. Officers recovered four pounds of leaf cannabis, more than one pound of concentrated weed and packaged edibles that looked like M&Ms, Life Savers, and Skittles, prosecutors said. Three people were arrested and charged with sale and possession of cannabis. They were given desk appearance tickets and have not been arraigned yet, according to a spokesperson for the Queens District Attorney's Office. Their identities were not immediately available. NYPD confiscated the van after the bust. 'This illegal cannabis truck was parked just across the street from a school and a few hundred feet from a playground … We will not relent in our aggressive enforcement actions against unlicensed dealers who sell unregulated products that are targeted to children,' Katz said. Since November 2022, authorities have recovered around $25 million worth of products from more than 400 suspected illegal weed dispensaries in Queens. Queens' residents can report an illegal dispensary by phone 718-286-6503 or email at CannabisTips@ Mira Wassef is a digital reporter who has covered news and sports in the NYC area for more than a decade. She has been with PIX11 News for two years. See more of her work here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
80s themed Life Savers gala raises $150K for cancer patients
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – An annual fundraiser helps patients who must travel for cancer treatment. Thursday night, the Life Savers gala inside the Silver Lake Ballroom raises money to support the Feist-Weiller Cancer Center. Proceeds go toward renovations at the McDade House, a hospitality home for patients to stay while receiving outpatient care. This year's gala theme was 'best 80s fashion.' LSU Health said FWCC serves an area with immense need and some of the highest incidences of cancer in the nation. More Local News 'After opening the doors of the McDade House in 1985 and for decades thereafter, theMcDades and so many others provided a place of rest for weary families, while lovedones received nearby medical treatment. Members of our family were thrilled to learnFeist-Weiller had plans to reopen it,' said Taunton Melville and Gary Moore, honorarychairs of Life Savers 2025. 'With significant updates to the original building, the McDade House will once more operate at a first-class level – a reflection and continuation of the legacy of past generations.' This year, Life Savers raised more than $150,000 thanks to the generosity ofsponsors and patrons. All the proceeds will be directed to Feist-Weiller's $2.1M capitalcampaign to restore the home and bring it back into operation. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
