Overview

• Donald Trump criticized a portrait of himself displayed in the Colorado Capitol, describing it as 'the worst ever made' and claiming it was deliberately distorted.
• The portrait, created by British artist Sarah Boardman in 2019, was commissioned by a Republican senator and funded through private donations.
• Trump's public criticism on Truth Social led to political pressure, resulting in Democratic lawmakers announcing the portrait's removal on March 24, 2025.
• The artist defended her work, stating her intent was to create a neutral and thoughtful representation without political bias.
• The controversy has reignited discussions on the intersection of art and politics, as well as the challenges of representing polarizing figures.