Satire: Trump Sons Break Blender Trying to Make Oil from Charcoal
By
The Onion Staff
Leave it on the tray for the seagulls.
Summary
A satirical article from The Onion depicting Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. comically attempting to turn charcoal into oil using a blender, in a misguided effort to reduce gas prices. The piece humorously portrays them as bumbling and scientifically illiterate, breaking blenders and producing smoke instead of fuel.
Key quotes
· 2 pulledUgh, we made smoke instead of gas, but we're getting close—I think we just need one more blender.
We need to add some water so it turns into gasoline. Start it on low before going to high. You're not pushing the buttons hard enough!
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