President Donald Trump continues to embrace opulent gold accents in White House decor. A new video from White House Deputy Chief of Staff Dan Scavino reveals a prominent addition to the Oval Office: a large golden eagle statue positioned behind the Resolute Desk.
Debut of the Golden Eagle
Scavino posted the footage on Friday morning, set to ‘Fly Like an Eagle’ by the Steve Miller Band. The camera pans across a coffee table with the presidential seal, a model of the redesigned Air Force One, and the historic desk before zooming in on the eagle. The statue, visible over the president’s shoulder when seated, clutches a gilded replica of the U.S. Constitution, with ‘We the People’ faintly visible. Scavino captioned the post ‘good morning’ alongside American flag, eagle, and rocket emojis.
Gold Accents Dominate Oval Office
Since returning to the White House in January 2025, the former real estate developer has adorned the Oval Office with extensive golden ornamentation. Critics once speculated the gold elements came from a home improvement store, but Trump dismissed those claims during a November tour with Fox News host Laura Ingraham.
‘You know the one thing with gold? You can’t imitate gold, real gold. There’s no paint that imitates gold,’ Trump stated. ‘So these aren’t, like, from Home Depot. No, this is not Home Depot stuff. This is not Home Depot.’
Exterior Enhancements and Walk of Fame
Gold extends outdoors with the ‘Presidential Walk of Fame,’ featuring gilded portraits of past presidents—including an autopen signature for former President Joe Biden—and additional ornate details. Workers currently replace taupe pavers beneath the walkway with black granite to complement the gold-and-white theme.
Ambitious Ballroom Renovation
Plans for a lavish presidential ballroom include gold chandeliers, trim, floor lights, chairs, plates, and candlesticks. The project faces challenges after a federal judge last week ordered a halt to construction amid a lawsuit from the National Trust for Historic Preservation. However, the National Capital Planning Commission, now aligned with Trump’s appointees, approved moving forward last week.
