Trump's Blingbling Transformation of Oval Office Raises Eyebrows

washington - Donald Trump's opulent changes to the Oval Office prompt mixed reactions. Explore the gilded makeover and grandiose plans.

Trump's Opulent Makeover of Oval Office

Donald Trump's lavish changes to the Oval Office have sparked various reactions, raising questions about the resemblance to his Trump Tower in New York and Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida.

Media Reactions

• USA Today: 'Blinged out'
• The Washington Post: 'Gilding' of the Oval Office
• New York Post: Trump as 'interior decorator in chief'
• Newsweek: 'Most significant adjustment' in modern presidential history

Trump's Love for Gold

Trump's affinity for gold is evident in the office's decor, with gilded ornaments, vases, and tables. The transformation, overseen by the White House curator, includes nods to past presidents like Reagan.

Plans for Transformation

Trump plans to further refurbish the Oval Office, drawing inspiration from his properties like the Trump Tower and Mar-a-Lago. Future changes include a redesigned Rose Garden and a proposed grand ballroom reminiscent of Mar-a-Lago.