Trump's giant gold statue divides his golf club: ‘I wouldn't put one in my home'
Trump allies insisted the gold statue of the president was not a form of idolatry, while some of the golfers at the club were simply bemused
www.independent.co.ukHere are the latest notable developments on Trump-themed gold statues:
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A 22-foot gold statue was unveiled at Trump’s Florida resort (Doral) in early May 2026, generating significant online attention and sparking discussions about symbolism and political messaging around the Trump movement. This statue has been described as a bold display at a premier golf property, with Trump publicly praising the installation after the ceremony.[5][6][9]
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Earlier in 2025, a 12-foot golden statue depicting Trump holding a large Bitcoin was temporarily set up in Washington, DC, near the Capitol, as a demonstration tied to cryptocurrency advocacy. The display was permitted by the National Park Service and drew media coverage at the time.[2][9]
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In March 2026, reports emerged about a different high-profile project in Ohio involving a 15-foot gold leaf statue nicknamed “Don Colossus.” The sculptor claimed the commissioning group hadn’t paid for IP rights, leaving the statue in limbo pending payment and rights clearance. This highlighted ongoing tensions between artists, investors, and trademark/IP considerations in high-profile political iconography.[1]
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Additional coverage in May 2026 described varied reactions to a gold Trump statue at a golf club in Doral, with some allies embracing it as a landmark and others viewing it as controversial or provocative within broader political debates.[3]
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Separate media explorations in 2025–2026 reviewed the broader phenomenon of large gold statues featuring Trump, including a 22-foot version at Mar-a-Lago and discussions of how such displays affect public perception and political symbolism.[7][8][10]
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