Trump Unveils 22-Foot Golden Statue at Doral, Drawing Mixed Reactions

8 articles · Updated · The Washington Post · May 15

A 22-foot statue of Donald Trump, finished in gold leaf over bronze, has become a new attraction at Trump National Doral after a May 6 dedication ceremony with supporters and clergy.
The monument depicts Trump with his fist raised after the Butler, Pennsylvania assassination attempt, framing it as a tribute to his defiance and a moment allies say should be remembered.
At the golf course this week, reactions were more muted than the online uproar: regular players laughed or rolled their eyes, while some visitors called it harmless or an acquired taste.
The statue sits near a concession stand rather than a central leisure area, and the property already features Trump-branded portraits, merchandise and event spaces, underscoring the broader self-referential style of the resort.

When leaders build monuments to themselves, what does history suggest about their legacy?