During President Donald Trump’s second term, a number of his decisions have sparked intense debate. While many of these choices have drawn criticism, the spotlight has often fallen on the Oval Office itself — and not always in a positive light.
Now, the president has introduced a new and highly provocative addition to the Oval Office: a sculpture capturing the dramatic moment he was wounded during the assassination attempt at the Butler, Pennsylvania rally. This striking piece is already fueling controversy and capturing national attention.
You’ve probably seen the iconic photo countless times—Trump, fist raised high, shouting, “Fight! Fight! Fight!” But just moments before that powerful image, he was struck in the ear by a bullet intended to assassinate him.
The new statue vividly captures this intense moment, featuring not only Trump but also the three Secret Service agents who shielded him as he was rushed off the stage—including Sean Curran, the current agency director. Adding to the scene’s authenticity, an American flag hangs vertically behind them, mirroring the one displayed at the rally.
Rumor has it that renowned sculptor Stan Watts is behind this powerful piece, though this hasn’t been officially confirmed. Watts is reportedly planning a larger, 9-foot version of the statue as part of the ambitious Trump Statue Project.
According to the project’s website, the statue symbolizes ‘divine intervention’ and conveys Trump’s message of ‘unity and resilience.’ Many believe that the assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania, marked a pivotal moment in Trump’s journey—one that ultimately helped secure his path to the presidency. Reflecting this significance, numerous artworks capturing that dramatic scene are displayed throughout the White House.
Among them is a striking painting hanging in the East Wing, inspired by a powerful photograph taken by New York Times photographer Doug Mills. Meanwhile, in the West Wing, Trump continues to shape the atmosphere by introducing new art pieces—some of which have sparked their own waves of controversy.