They’re back at it, folks. Washington, D.C. food workers have decided to relive their “glory days” of 2018, vowing to make life uncomfortable for members of the incoming Trump administration. These bartenders, servers, and restaurant hosts have declared that they’re “taking their power back” — by doing what, exactly? Refusing service, giving them bad tables, and delaying entrees. Revolutionary stuff, right?
This is the same old song and dance we’ve seen before. Remember when Sarah Huckabee Sanders was tossed from a Virginia restaurant for daring to show her face? Or when Kirstjen Nielsen was heckled while eating Mexican food? It’s like clockwork with these people. But this time, the self-righteous “resistance” has a new flavor — and it’s served cold, apparently.
Who’s Leading The Charge?
Zach Hoffman, a D.C. restaurant veteran and manager at the National Democratic Club, says it’s all about “conscience” and “taking their power back.” He even joked about tossing drinks at RFK if he’s seen enjoying brunch at Le Diplomate. Because nothing says moral superiority like wasting a $15 mimosa to make a point.
Another “freedom fighter” in this culinary coup is a fine-dining bartender named Nancy. She’s vowed to delay entrees for Trump officials because, according to her, “this person theoretically has the power to take away your rights, but I have the power to make you wait 20 minutes to get your entree.” What’s the goal here, Nancy? Is it to annoy them into submission? Nothing says “resistance” like making someone’s steak arrive lukewarm.
Then there’s Susanna Van Rooy, a manager at Beuchert’s Saloon, who’s declared she’ll refuse to serve any Trump official she considers morally opposed to her values. So, naturally, she’s now judge, jury, and executioner of who gets a club sandwich. She’s basically a one-woman Supreme Court — but only for lunch orders.
The “Resistance” Plan of Attack
If you’re wondering how these brave revolutionaries will “fight the power,” here’s the grand strategy:
- Refuse to Serve: If they spot a Trump official, they’ll deny them service. Big win, right? If an employer asks them to do their job, they’ll quit “on the spot” — as if their shift’s not already ending at midnight.
- Bad Tables: One anonymous host has promised to look up Trump officials online so she can assign them the worst seats in the house. Because clearly, nothing crushes the spirit of a White House official like being sat near the kitchen.
- Delayed Orders: If Nancy’s working, be prepared to wait. She’s promised to “take her power back” by delaying entrees. It’s the ultimate power move, folks. Forget storming the Capitol — this is about lukewarm pasta.
The Ironic Part? Trump’s Plan to Eliminate the Tip Tax
Here’s where it gets deliciously ironic. Trump’s economic plan actually benefits these very workers. Trump has pledged to eliminate the tax on tips, meaning more money in their pockets. But instead of applauding this move, they’re actively plotting to alienate the people who could be handing them 30% tips.
And speaking of tips, one bartender named Joseph — clearly the only person thinking straight — admitted that Republicans tip better than Democrats. He’s looking forward to bigger tips with more Republicans in town. His exact words? “I think my tip average from Republicans is close to 30%. With Dems, I’m surprised if it’s over 20%.” So, naturally, his coworkers want to kick these customers out. Smart strategy, right?
Flashback to 2018’s “Resistance Theater”
If this all sounds familiar, it’s because we’ve seen it before. During Trump’s first term, D.C. restaurants became ground zero for liberal “performance art.”
- Sarah Huckabee Sanders was booted from a Virginia restaurant because the owner’s “moral compass” couldn’t handle her presence.
- Kirstjen Nielsen faced hecklers at a Mexican restaurant who shouted “Shame!” as she dined.
- Stephen Miller had to toss out an $80 sushi order after a bartender followed him outside to flip him off.
Back then, Rep. Maxine Waters even encouraged this behavior, telling people to confront Trump officials in public spaces. She later “walked back” her comments, but the damage was done. Now, here we are again, as if we’re watching the reboot of a bad TV show that no one asked for.
Final Thoughts
Let’s be honest here. These “power moves” from D.C. food workers aren’t going to topple the patriarchy. They’re going to cause cold meals, bad Yelp reviews, and maybe some job openings in the hospitality industry. The idea that refusing service, delaying food, and offering “bad tables” is a legitimate form of resistance is laughable. If anything, it’s just self-sabotage.
Meanwhile, Trump’s plan to eliminate the tip tax would actually help these workers. But logic isn’t part of this “resistance” movement. Instead, they’re doubling down on the very tactics that didn’t work in 2018.
Here’s a pro tip for the “power warriors” at Beuchert’s and Lou’s Diplomat: Maybe focus on customer service and cash in on those fat Republican tips. You’re already complaining about “living wages” — so maybe don’t chase off the customers most likely to give you one.
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You just cannot fix stupid!
as the left is unemployed with they ever figure it out