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Express Tribune
17-03-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Trump transforms the Oval Office into a gilded showplace with gold and artifacts
Listen to article As US President Donald Trump settles back into office, he has embarked on an extensive transformation of the Oval Office, turning it into a personal gallery filled with opulence and memorabilia. Nearly eight weeks after returning to the White House, Trump has radically reimagined the iconic space, tripling the number of paintings adorning the walls. The room, once a minimalist setting for presidential work, is now overflowing with gold—gold vermeil figurines on the mantle, gilded Rococo mirrors on the doors, and even gold cherubs from his Mar-a-Lago estate perched above doorways. The walls are lined with oil portraits of US presidents and founding fathers, including Abraham Lincoln, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Thomas Jefferson, and Ronald Reagan. The most striking addition is an imposing portrait of George Washington above the fireplace, replacing the smaller image that greeted Trump when he returned to office. Photo: Reuters The gold accents continue throughout the office, including gilded eagles on side tables and gold-framed medallions decorating the fireplace. Trump even had the remote control for the television down the hall wrapped in gold. While the office's grand aesthetic has shifted dramatically, Trump's focus on grandeur and opulence mirrors his personal style, as seen at his South Florida home and former Trump Tower office. Photo: Reuters Trump's changes are not limited to the Oval Office. The president is also overseeing plans for a massive revamp of the Rose Garden and has spoken about creating a new ballroom on the South Lawn, inspired by the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles. The $1.75 million renovation during his first term included sweeping updates to the Oval Office and the West Wing, with some features removed, including Swedish ivy plants that were gifted to John F. Kennedy. Trump's renovations serve as a form of personal expression, with trophies, photographs, and memorabilia filling the space. Behind his desk sits a shiny golden replica of the FIFA World Cup Trophy, reflecting his enthusiasm for the upcoming 2026 World Cup. His love of grandeur is also evident in the replacement of simple wooden side tables with marble-topped consoles, adding a more showy, regal feel. Photo: Reuters Despite the criticisms of his presidential style, with some calling it 'king-like' rather than presidential, Trump continues to shape the Oval Office as a personal reflection of his preferences. Dan Scavino, the deputy White House chief of staff, frequently shares updates on social media about Trump's décor additions, underscoring the president's hands-on approach in selecting each piece of art and artifact. Photo: Reuters Trump's distinctive take on the Oval Office continues to draw attention, as the once minimalist office has been replaced by a space brimming with flags, figurines, and gold accents, emphasizing a unique and personal touch that reflects his personality.
USA Today
05-02-2025
- Politics
- USA Today
'Is that the World Cup': FIFA trophy spotted behind Trump in Oval Office
'Is that the World Cup': FIFA trophy spotted behind Trump in Oval Office Show Caption Hide Caption President Trump's Gaza plan stirs controversy U.S. allies, adversaries and residents of countries around the world had strong reactions to President Trump's proposal to take over Gaza. As the initial days of the second Trump administration continue, the image of President Donald Trump sitting at his desk in the Oval Office has become an almost daily occurrence. Among the daily coverage, people online have spotted a particular shiny artifact behind Trump: the FIFA World Cup Trophy. 'Is that the World Cup trophy behind President Trump in the Oval Office?' Jeremy Art, a CSPAN Social Media Senior Specialist wrote on social media. Other social media users who spotted the trophy have used the occasion to remind people that the U.S. men's team has not won the most famous soccer tournament in the world. 'Trump parading the World Cup trophy that America has never won and will never win is funny to me,' a user said on X, formerly known as Twitter. The White House did not immediately respond to USA TODAY's request for comment. FIFA and Trump have had a close relationship The presence of a replica of the iconic trophy could signify the close relationship that Trump has had with FIFA President Gianni Infantino for years. Infantino congratulated then-President-elect Trump on social media in November following his win. Infantino also posted on Instagram thanking Trump after attending his victory speech in Washington D.C. a day before the inauguration. 'What an incredible honour and privilege it is for FIFA and me, as FIFA President, to be acknowledged by President Donald J. Trump during his victory rally speech in Washington DC,' Infantino said. The next day, the FIFA President was spotted among the crowd inside the U.S. Capitol Rotunda to see Trump's inauguration. On the same day, FIFA posted a press release in which Infantino continued to thank Trump for his support. 'I would like to thank President Trump, with whom I have a great friendship, and to assure him that, together, we will make not only America great again, but also the entire world, of course, because football - or soccer - unites the world,' the release said. Trump is not the only member of the Trump family with ties to FIFA. In December, Trump's eldest daughter Ivanka Trump attended the drawing for the 2025 Club World Cup in Miami. US to host a few FIFA events in the coming years The close relationship between the two leaders comes as the U.S. will play host to two events organized by FIFA. The 2025 Club World Cup will see 32 clubs from across the world competing for the first time, hosted across 11 cities in the United States between June 14 and July 13. In 2026, the U.S. will host the World Cup alongside Mexico and Canada. The U.S. will host most of the tournament's 104 games, including 11 of the 16 host cities. The 2026 World Cup will be the second time the U.S. will be involved in hosting the tournament. The last time FIFA brought the competition to the U.S. was in 1994, when Brazil won the championship. Fernando Cervantes Jr. is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach him at and follow him on X @fern_cerv_.
Fox News
29-01-2025
- Sport
- Fox News
Bill Belichick jokes Lombardi Trophy should be renamed after Tom Brady
The NFL team that wins the Super Bowl at the end of the season is handed the Vince Lombardi Trophy. Lombardi was the head coach of the Green Bay Packers when he led the team to two straight victories over the American Football League champions – the Kansas City Chiefs and Oakland Raiders, respectively. It wasn't until the third NFL-AFL championship game that the term Super Bowl was used. Lombardi's Packers were one of the most dominant teams of the era. He had led Green Bay to three other NFL championships before the idea of an NFL vs. AFL was conceived. Because of the history, the Super Bowl trophy was named after Lombardi. It's one of the most prestigious trophies in sports, next to Lord Stanley's Cup and the FIFA World Cup Trophy. Legendary head coach Bill Belichick discussed the Super Bowl with Jim Gray on the "Let's Go!" podcast. He told Gray it was the players who really deserve the credit for the Super Bowl victory. The legendary sportscaster reminded Belichick that it was Lombardi who the trophy was named for and not Bart Starr, who was the MVP of the first two games. "Maybe they should name it the Brady Trophy," Belichick joked, referencing New England Patriots legend Tom Brady. "He won seven of them." Belichick said teams can't win without good players. He said he learned that when he was a defensive coordinator under Bill Parcells with the New York Giants and when he helped put together a tremendous Hall of Fame defense with the Patriots. "You can't win games without good players. I don't care who the coach is. It's impossible. You can't win without good players," he said. "I found that out when I had (Lawrence) Taylor, (Carl) Banks, Harry Carson, Jim Burt, Everson Walls, all those guys with the Giants. "Same thing when we got good at Cleveland and at New England it's (Willie) McGinest, it's (Mike) Vrabel, it's (Tedy) Bruschi, it's Corey Dillon, it's Randy Moss, Troy Brown, Lawyer Malloy, Ty Law, Rodney Harrison. Those are guys that won the games, man. I didn't make any tackles. I didn't make any kicks. That was (Adam) Vinatieri, made that kick in four inches of snow." Brady and Belichick won six Super Bowl titles together with the Patriots. The star quarterback then won one more with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
