The Brief

ATLANTA - President Donald Trump said Wednesday that Atlanta-based Coca-Cola has agreed to begin using real cane sugar in its signature soft drink in the United States, following his recommendation — though the beverage giant has yet to confirm any such change.

Real sugar cane in Coke?

What they're saying:

"I have been speaking to Coca-Cola about using REAL Cane Sugar in Coke in the United States, and they have agreed to do so," Trump wrote on his social media platform . "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!"

Coca-Cola responds

The other side:

A spokesperson for the Atlanta-based Coca-Cola Co. responded to Trump’s comments by thanking him for his enthusiasm and stating that more

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