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Trump Redesigns Oval Office with Lavish Gold Decor and Historical Portraits

The president's second term brings one of the most extensive Oval Office transformations in modern history, reflecting his personal brand and legacy ambitions.

A side-by-side comparison of the Oval Office under Donald Trump and Joe Biden shows a stark contrast in decor. Trump's office features gold accents, ornate decorations, and elaborate frames, while Biden's has a simpler, more traditional look with muted tones and a minimalist mantel.
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Overview

  • Donald Trump has extensively redecorated the Oval Office, incorporating a gold-themed aesthetic with gold vermeil figurines, Rococo mirrors, and gold eagles on side tables.
  • The room now features numerous portraits of historical figures, including George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Ronald Reagan, tripling the number of paintings compared to previous administrations.
  • Trump has reinstated symbolic items such as the bust of Winston Churchill and his first-term Diet Coke button on the Resolute Desk.
  • A gold-plated replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy and other ornate accessories now adorn the Oval Office, emphasizing opulence and grandeur.
  • Future plans reportedly include a Versailles-inspired ballroom on the South Lawn and a revamped Rose Garden with a patio-style seating area.