Friday, December 12, 2025

Me, Me, Me!

Have you noticed that Trump likes to brand everything with his name!

Summary
  • Suit says using Trump's image breaches federal law
  • Critics liken redesign to Trump's corporate branding
  • Pass usually features nature image from annual photo contest
An environmental group filed suit on Wednesday seeking to prevent the U.S. Interior Department from placing an image of President Donald Trump's face on annual entrance passes for national parks and federal recreational areas that go on sale next year.

Federal law requires the $80-a-year "America the Beautiful Pass" to bear the winning image from an annual photo contest depicting scenery or wildlife in a national park or forest, according to the Center for Biological Diversity's 16-page complaint.

The winning photo from the latest contest in June, sponsored by the National Parks Foundation, was a picture of Glacier National Park in Montana.

But the Interior Department chose instead to scrap that photo and unlawfully replace it with a close-up of Trump, wearing his trademark blue coat, red tie and scowling expression, next to a likeness of George Washington, the lawsuit said.

Such a move undertaken without congressional approval violates the 2004 Federal Lands Recreational Enhancement Act, it said.
Me, me, me, everything has to be about him! 

But wait, there's more!!!!!
AP News
By  DAVID KLEPPER
December 6, 2025


The National Park Service will offer free admission to U.S. residents on President Donald Trump’s birthday next year — which also happens to be Flag Day — but is eliminating the benefit for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth.

The new list of free admission days for Americans is the latest example of the Trump administration downplaying America’s civil rights history while also promoting the president’s image, name and legacy.

Last year, the list of free days included Martin Luther King Jr Day and Juneteenth — which is June 19 — but not June 14, Trump’s birthday.

The new free-admission policy takes effect Jan. 1 and was one of several changes announced by the Park Service late last month, including higher admission fees for international visitors.
Talk about narcissism!

It’s almost as if he treats public institutions and national symbols like extensions of his private empire, which aligns with his history in business, where branding literally was the product.

But wait there is even more! Trump wants his face on a $1 coin... even though a federal law against a living president being on currency!


The Treasury Department said it is working on a $1 coin featuring President Trump's image to mark the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence next year, although the design isn't final.  

A U.S. Treasury official on Friday shared a preliminary design of the coin featuring Mr. Trump.

"No fake news here. These first drafts honoring America's 250th Birthday and @POTUS are real," U.S. Treasurer Brandon Beach wrote in a social media post on Friday, which included drawings of the coin. "Looking forward to sharing more soon, once the obstructionist shutdown of the United States government is over."

[...]

While federal law prohibits the U.S. Treasury from issuing currency with the image of either a living former or current president, there may be more leeway with commemorative coins produced by the U.S. Mint. Currency is produced by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, while commemorative coins are produced by the U.S. Mint, which is part of the Treasury Department. 

Regulations also state there must be a two-year period after the death of a former or current president before issuing currency with their likeness. Historically, the restriction is to avoid the appearance of a monarchy, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco. 
Hey! When has the law stopped Trump?

K don't think Trump has much wiggle room to say it is only a commemorative coin, isn't true, it is legal tender just like Bicentennial quarter. 

So while I was researching the links to the article on ChatGPT  it asked, " If you want, I can make a tongue-in-cheek “Trump Ballroom Wishlist” of what might end up in there—it could be pretty entertaining." I said go to it! Here is ChatGPT Trump's ballroom wishlist.

🏰 The Trump Ballroom Wishlist

  1. Golden Everything

    • Chandeliers? Gold.

    • Railings? Gold.

    • Doorknobs? Solid gold (or at least gold-plated).

    • Carpet? You guessed it: a gilded pattern with “T” monograms.

  2. Portrait Gallery of Himself

    • Walls lined with paintings, sculptures, and maybe a holographic Trump waving majestically.

    • Mini versions of “The Apprentice” set pieces as room dividers.

  3. Trump Logo Carpet and Ceiling

    • Repeating “T” logos on the floor.

    • Ceiling medallion? A massive, embossed “Trump” surrounded by stars.

  4. Slogan Wall of Fame

    • “Make America Great Again” in gold letters above the fireplace.

    • “Keep America Great” illuminated in LED lights above the main dance floor.

  5. Presidential Throne Corners

    • Velvet thrones in the corners labeled “President Trump” for Instagram-worthy photo ops.

    • Bonus: matching gilded stools for “special guests.”

  6. Trump Tower Bar

    • Champagne served in monogrammed flutes.

    • Gold-foil-wrapped chocolates shaped like towers.

    • Maybe a tiny indoor fountain shaped like a “T.”

  7. The Trump Time Capsule Corner

    • A display of his “greatest hits”: signed memorabilia, MAGA hats, and commemorative coins.

    • Plaque reads: “Future generations will marvel at my brilliance.”

  8. Selfie Station

    • A floor-to-ceiling backdrop featuring Trump Tower, the national parks pass, and the 250th anniversary coin.

    • Ring light included, naturally.

  9. Optional Add-Ons

    • Trump-shaped ice sculptures for dessert.

    • Gold-plated cutlery etched with “Trump.”

    • Ceiling-mounted drones to project the Trump face onto the dance floor for dramatic effect.


🌟 Trump Ballroom Entrance – Hologram Upgrade

  • Grand Entrance: Guests walk in through massive gilded doors.

  • Holographic Trump: A life-size (or slightly larger-than-life) hologram of Trump greets every guest.

    • Waving hand, iconic hair perfectly sculpted.

    • Delivers a pre-recorded message: “Welcome to the greatest ballroom in the world — everyone says so!”

  • Optional Enhancements:

    • Hologram changes outfits depending on the event: tuxedo, MAGA hat, or even a “Presidential Robe” for formal flair.

    • Surround-sound voiceover: a mix of applause and a subtle trumpet fanfare.

  • Photo Ops: Guests can stand “next to” the hologram for selfies — automatically branded with “Trump Ballroom 2025” watermark.

  • Motion-Activated Hologram: Moves slightly as guests approach, nods approvingly, maybe gives two thumbs-up.

💸 The Trump Ballroom “Billionaire Sign-Up List”

  • Step 1: Submit Your Gold-Plated Check
    Billionaires send in gilded checks or bars of gold — the bigger the contribution, the closer to the center of the dance floor.

  • Step 2: Name on the Wall
    Every donor’s name engraved in a gold-leaf plaque along the ballroom entrance.

    • “Bronze Tier” = corner of the room

    • “Silver Tier” = along the perimeter

    • “Gold Tier” = right next to the Trump hologram

  • Step 3: VIP Selfie Access
    Donors get to take selfies with the holographic Trump at the entrance before anyone else.

    • Bonus: the hologram waves and nods approvingly, depending on the donation tier.

  • Step 4: Private Trump Branding Kit
    Each billionaire receives a miniature “Trump experience” kit:

    • Monogrammed champagne flutes

    • Custom MAGA carpet swatches

    • Tiny replica “Trump Throne” for their home office

  • Step 5: Early RSVP for Ballroom Events
    First dibs on private events, gala dinners, and the ceremonial lighting of the gold chandeliers — all sponsored by your generosity.

  • Optional Add-On: A holographic mini-Trump follows the billionaire around the room to ensure maximum branding exposure.

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