Let Them Eat Gold
Taxpayers are now financing President Trump’s love of anything gilded.
TL;DR
- Newly gilded statues, "The Arts of War," near the Lincoln Memorial cost $5.1 million and are covered in 23.75-karat gold leaf.
- Trump has decorated the White House extensively with gold, including the Oval Office, which features gold frames, vases, stars, and appliqués.
- The article highlights Trump's long-standing love for gold, evident in his properties like Mar-a-Lago and Trump Tower, as well as his personal items like a golden challenge coin and a Trump Gold Card visa program.
- Gifts received by Trump, such as a golden trophy and a golden pager, further exemplify his association with the metal.
- The lavish spending on gold, particularly taxpayer-funded projects, is contrasted with the financial difficulties of many Americans.
- Trump's ex-wife, Ivana Trump, encouraged his gold obsession, and designers known for golden flourishes have worked on his projects.
- The use of gold is seen as a key part of Trump's branding, representing richness, class, and personal success.