Donald Trump’s decision to cover White House in gold
Trump’s Lavish White House Renovations Spark Outrage
President Trump has unveiled a controversial $200 million plan to renovate the White House, including a new ballroom and gold-plated decor. “The White House is one of the most beautiful and historic buildings in the world,” the announcement stated, justifying the upgrades due to the lack of proper event space.
Gold Touches Raise Eyebrows
CNN reported Trump had been adding “gold piece after gold piece,” like “tiny gold cherubs over the entryway” of the Oval Office. Journalist Kevin Liptak noted: “A lot of the finishes that he wants closely resemble his private clubs… imported from Mar-a-Lago.”
Backlash Over Spending Priorities
Critics slammed the renovations, especially alongside major budget cuts. “Trump is gold plating everything… while cutting cancer research and meals on wheels,” one user wrote.
SNAP Cuts Add to Controversy
CNBC reported the administration’s plan would cut food aid for over 22 million families—“the largest decrease to SNAP since 1939,” per The New York Times.
