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How a Cheesecake Factory jab spurred a midterm spat

How a Cheesecake Factory jab spurred a midterm spat

Summary

A remark by Barack Obama comparing the White House’s gold decor to a Cheesecake Factory opened a political spat between Republicans and Democrats. The exchange came during a campaign stop in Cleveland as the competitive midterm election cycle neared its end.

Key Facts

  • Obama made the remark at a campaign stop in Cleveland.
  • He said the White House looked as if Saddam Hussein had opened a Cheesecake Factory, with gold everywhere.
  • The comment sparked a dispute between Republicans and Democrats.
  • The article describes the exchange as taking place near the end of a competitive midterm election cycle.
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