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Trump Explores Adding Declaration of Independence Copy to Oval Office

President Trump initially sought to move the original Declaration of Independence but now considers displaying a historic replica instead.

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Donald Trump smiles before he delivers remarks at a Nevada Republican volunteer recruiting event at Fervent: A Calvary Chapel on July 8, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Overview

  • President Donald Trump reportedly asked his aides about relocating the original Declaration of Independence to the Oval Office, raising concerns over the document's fragility and security requirements.
  • The original Declaration, housed in the National Archives, is protected by advanced preservation measures, making its relocation highly impractical and costly.
  • Subsequent discussions have shifted toward the possibility of displaying a replica, such as a Stone engraving, which is a historically significant reproduction commissioned in the 1820s.
  • The move is part of broader efforts by Trump to reshape the White House's decor, including adding personal and historical touches to the Oval Office.
  • The discussions align with planning for the upcoming 250th anniversary of the Declaration's signing, for which Trump has established a White House task force.