Overview
- Trump, who praised the piece Friday on Truth Social, said golfers at Trump National Doral love the statue and predicted it will become a landmark.
- The gold‑leaf bronze figure, about 15 feet tall on a 7‑foot base, was designed by sculptor Alan Cottrill with Trump’s raised fist pose from the July 2024 shooting in mind.
- A collective tied to the $PATRIOT cryptocurrency funded the commission in August 2024, and Time reported that behind‑the‑scenes disputes delayed the unveiling until this spring.
- Pastor Mark Burns led the May dedication and rejected claims of idolatry, saying supporters see the work as patriotism and not worship.
- Reactions split across the culture war, with late‑night hosts mocking the display and some Doral golfers expressing discomfort, while faith‑focused and progressive outlets argued over whether the statue signals personality cults in politics.