Trump team looks to offload ‘woke’ and ‘terrifying’ painting by artist behind Obama’s official portrait
- Posted on August 25, 2026
- By The Independent
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The Trump administration is exploring options to dispose of a contemporary artwork by renowned artist Kehinde Wiley, known for creating Barack Obama's presidential portrait. Legal advisors are examining whether institutional policies permit the sale or removal of the piece, which administration officials have characterized as ideologically misaligned with current leadership. The move reflects broader efforts to reshape the aesthetic and cultural direction of federal spaces.
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