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Trump Defends Oval Office Gold Amid Renovation Controversy

11/13/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces accusations about the Oval Office gold decor, with claims it resembles cheap items from Home Depot.
In an interview with Laura Ingraham, Trump asserted the decorations are genuine gold and added, "You can’t imitate gold."
Social media users continue to challenge the claim, with ongoing skepticism about the decor's authenticity.
Critics question renovations amid a government shutdown as the ongoing ballroom project draws scrutiny.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump faces accusations about the Oval Office gold decor, with claims it resembles cheap items from Home Depot.
In an interview with Laura Ingraham, Trump asserted the decorations are genuine gold and added, "You can’t imitate gold."
Social media users continue to challenge the claim, with ongoing skepticism about the decor's authenticity.
Critics question renovations amid a government shutdown as the ongoing ballroom project draws scrutiny.