Does Trump know how trick-or-treating even works? Late night comedians have their doubts.

Seth Meyers on Trump and Halloween
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"President Trump and first lady Melania Trump hosted trick-or-treaters at the White House yesterday and gave out full-size Hershey bars," Seth Meyers said on Tuesday's Late Night. "And the kids were super excited — until they got the bill." Yes, "President Trump and Melania passed out candy to trick-or-treaters on the White House lawn, I'm guessing for the first time?" he added, showing Trump not quite getting the concept. "Why are you putting it on his head?"

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Peter has worked as a news and culture writer and editor at The Week since the site's launch in 2008. He covers politics, world affairs, religion and cultural currents. His journalism career began as a copy editor at a financial newswire and has included editorial positions at The New York Times Magazine, Facts on File, and Oregon State University.