Golden Toilet Appears Near Lincoln Memorial

A large, golden toilet installed on a throne has been drawing attention near the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. for several days. The art installation serves as a satirical commentary on former President Donald Trump’s White House renovation projects.

Renovation Halt and Lincoln Bathroom Changes

The appearance of the installation coincides with a federal judge’s ruling on Monday. The judge halted further renovations to the East Wing of the White House, stating that congressional approval is necessary to continue the work which began months ago.

Mocking the “Crowning Achievement”

The artwork specifically mocks the renovations completed in October to the Lincoln bathroom within the White House. These renovations replaced the original 1940s Art Deco design with gold fixtures and “black-and-white polished statuary marble,” as described by former President Trump.

Inscription Delivers Sharp Critique

An accompanying inscription provides a pointed critique of the former president’s priorities. It reads: “In a time of unprecedented division, escalating conflict and economic turmoil, President Trump focused on what really mattered: remodeling the Lincoln bathroom in the White House. This, his crowning achievement, is a bold reminder that the president isn’t just a businessman — he’s taking care of business. It stands as a tribute to an unwavering visionary who looked down, saw a problem, and painted it gold.”

The Secret Handshake Collective

The installation was created by a resistance art collective known as The Secret Handshake. The group’s name is visible on the toilet paper, and they have been responsible for numerous similar protest artworks displayed across the National Mall. These works are intended as a form of protest against the former president.

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