Trump says he’s convinced Coca-Cola to use can sugar in its U.S. cola

President Trump announced on his Truth Social app that he has successfully convinced Coca-Cola to use real cane sugar in its U.S. cola. In a post on the social media platform, the former president expressed his enthusiasm for the decision, calling it a “very good move” by the beverage giant.

According to Mr. Trump, who is known to be a fan of Diet Coke, he had been in discussions with Coca-Cola about the switch to cane sugar and they have agreed to make the change. Coca-Cola has yet to issue a statement in response to the news.

While Coca-Cola already uses cane sugar in its cola sold outside the U.S., particularly in Mexico where it is packaged in glass bottles, the soda giant currently utilizes high-fructose corn syrup in its U.S. products, as stated on their official website.

“I’d like to thank all of those in authority at Coca-Cola. This will be a very good move by them — You’ll see. It’s just better!” Trump wrote in his post, expressing his satisfaction with the decision.

This development marks a significant shift for Coca-Cola in response to consumer preferences for more natural ingredients. The use of cane sugar is often seen as a healthier alternative to high-fructose corn syrup, which has faced criticism for its potential health risks.

As this story continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how this decision will impact Coca-Cola’s sales and consumer perception. Stay tuned for updates on this breaking news story.

This article was written by Aimee Picchi, the associate managing editor for CBS MoneyWatch, with a background in covering business and personal finance. She brings her expertise from previous roles at Bloomberg News, USA Today, and Consumer Reports to provide insightful news coverage for readers.