In the midst of economic chaos where Americans are pinching pennies for groceries thanks to skyrocketing tariffs, who better to rub it in than Donald Trump, proudly flaunting his Midas-touch makeover of the Oval Office like a reality TV villain? The former president took to Truth Social to boast about slapping 24-karat gold everywhere—from walls to fireplaces—claiming world leaders “freak out” over its “quality and beauty,” complete with a video showcase that screams “look at me, I’m rich!” Critics are piling on, calling it “grotesque” and tone-deaf amid a cost-of-living crisis, slashed healthcare, and a $37 trillion national debt. Comments flood in: “Can’t we just get healthcare?” and “Think of this when your grocery bill empties your wallet.” Trump’s “Best Oval Office ever” declaration? More like a golden gaffe that’s got everyone seeing red instead of bling.
Donald Trump’s ‘grotesque’ brag about 24 karat gold in the Oval Office has not gone down well