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Coverage of gold leaf in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Aug 2 · 12:00 UTCMost recent: Aug 3 · 16:23 UTC
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Donald Trumpperson2David Hearnperson1Kennedy Centerorganization1Jeanine Pirroperson1DOJorganization1Thom Tillisperson1John Cornynperson1Robert F. Kennedy Jr.person1vandalism casetopic1free tourstopic1slush fundtopic1measles vaccinationtopic1The Arts of Warplace1Lincoln Memorialplace1White Houseplace1Mar-a-Lagoplace1Oval Officeplace1Benjamin Netanyahuperson1
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  • POLITICSAug 3 · 16:23 UTCWASHINGTON CITY PAPER
    The Needle: Olympian Not Guilty of Vandalism, the Kennedy Center Stops Free Tours, Trump Spends $5 Million on Gold Leaf for Statues, and More

    Olympian David Hearn was cleared of vandalism after contractors caused damage to the Reflecting Pool. The Kennedy Center paused free tours following a volunteer's remarks about Trump's renovations. Trump's administration spent $5.1 million on gold leaf for statues near the Lincoln Memorial. Political figures Thom Tillis and John Cornyn pressured the withdrawal of a $1.8 billion slush fund for Jan. 6 rioters. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. reversed his stance on measles vaccination.

  • POLITICSAug 2 · 12:00 UTCTHE ATLANTIC
    Trump’s Literal Gilded Age

    President Trump has overseen the gilding of two 19-foot statues near the Lincoln Memorial with 23.75-karat gold leaf costing $5.1 million, reflecting his broader preference for gold-themed decor in the White House and public projects. Trump's use of gold includes the Oval Office, Mar-a-Lago, and diplomatic gifts like a golden pager from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.