Overview
- Trump wore a small cartoon pin depicting himself alongside a U.S. flag pin during the event with oil executives.
- Asked about the accessory, he said it was a gift, called it a “Happy Trump,” and remarked that he is never happy or satisfied.
- The meeting focused on how American energy firms might operate in Venezuela following Maduro’s arrest, with Trump urging major investment reportedly in the hundreds of billions of dollars.
- According to the Associated Press, he previously wore the same design at Tulsi Gabbard’s swearing-in as director of national intelligence in February 2025.
- Outlets noted that a similar pin is listed on Amazon for $9.99, and reporters in the room laughed when Trump explained the item.