Trump Melts Down Over Colorado Portrait Criticism

Donald Trump expressed outrage over a portrait of himself displayed in the Colorado State Capitol, which he claimed was 'purposefully distorted' compared to a flattering portrait of Barack Obama by the same artist, Sarah Boardman. In a post on Truth Social, Trump demanded its removal, stating he would prefer no portrait at all rather than the one currently shown. He asserted that numerous Coloradans had contacted him to complain about the painting, although he provided no evidence to support this claim. Critics on social media have ridiculed Trump for his reaction, with some questioning why he drew attention to the artwork in the first place. The portrait was commissioned in 2018, before Governor Jared Polis took office, and Boardman defended her work as intended to reflect a neutral historical perspective. Trump's emotional response highlights his sensitivity to public perception, particularly regarding his image.