In "Fire and Fury: Inside the Trump White House," author Michael Wolff recounts an incident involving Donald Trump, who was attempting to impress a model while his friend was on a date. Trump suggested they take a detour to Atlantic City, promising her a tour of his casino, despite his friend's negative opinion of the city. The friend described Atlantic City as inundated with undesirable people, referring to them as "white trash."

The term "white trash" creates a discussion about social class and perceptions of poverty. When the model inquired about this label, Trump responded by equating the term to poor people who are similar to himself. This exchange serves to highlight Trump's complex views on wealth and social status, suggesting he sees himself as distinct from those who are less fortunate, despite their shared racial background.