Oval Office
Coverage of Oval Office in the Nexus archive.
- 'I’m very good at grass.' Why Trump goes into the weeds on one of his favorite topics
Donald Trump frequently discusses his expertise with green lawns and grass in public events, mentioning the topic dozens of times over 18 months. He attributes this interest to his background as a New York real estate developer and owning golf courses. Recently, he spoke about plans to pave over portions of the Oval Office window view and met with an expert from Scotts Miracle-Gro Company regarding new grass for the White House's South Lawn.
- 'I’m very good at grass.' Why Trump goes into the weeds on one of his favorite topics
Donald Trump has repeatedly spoken about grass in public settings, mentioning it in at least 45 events or interviews over the past 18 months. His interest stems partly from his decades as a New York real estate developer and his ownership of golf courses. He recently discussed planting new grass on the White House’s South Lawn.
- Inside the Oval Office showdown between Trump and Jeanine Pirro
A showdown between Trump and Jeanine Pirro in the Oval Office shows that contradicting a theory promoted by the president can lead to repercussions, even for close family friends.
- Does permanent daylight saving time save energy? What studies have found
The article discusses the debate over permanent daylight saving time and its energy-saving claims, noting ongoing efforts to pass a bill that would prevent the time change to standard time in the fall. The Oval Office is highlighted as a source of pressure for this legislative action.
- UFO disclosure movement's astonishing new Trump claims: Secret Oval Office meetings... Air Force One plan... and 'imminent' next move
The UFO disclosure movement claims there were secret Oval Office meetings involving Donald Trump, an Air Force One plan, and mentions an 'imminent' next move related to UFOs. These assertions are presented as new revelations from the movement.
- Gold, gold, and more gold: All of the changes Trump has made to the Oval Office
President Donald Trump is redecorating the Oval Office with gold furnishings, military flags, and artwork, including items from Mar-a-Lago and the White House collection. He has also implemented broader White House renovations, such as paving the Rose Garden lawn and modifying the East Wing for a new ballroom.
- Littwin: Imagine being Trump when Jeanine Pirro told him the naked truth about the Reflecting Pool
Jeanine Pirro told Trump the truth about the Reflecting Pool and brought receipts to the Oval Office. Trump, who was unwilling to accept the facts, did not fire her at the time.
- Inside the Oval Office Showdown Between Trump and Jeanine Pirro
Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, had a confrontation with Trump in the Oval Office. The event was discussed in a news conference in Washington in April.
- Jay Clayton sworn in as US director of national intelligence
Jay Clayton was sworn in as the US director of national intelligence, replacing acting director Bill Pulte. His confirmation hearing was contentious, as he refused to directly acknowledge Donald Trump's loss in the 2020 presidential election. The oath was administered by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in the Oval Office with the president present.
- Jay Clayton sworn in as US director of national intelligence
Jay Clayton was sworn in as the US director of national intelligence after a contentious confirmation hearing. He replaces acting director Bill Pulte and former director Tulsi Gabbard, who stepped down in June. The oath was administered by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in the Oval Office in the presence of the president.
- Pirro’s future in question amid break with Trump on Reflecting Pool
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro's disagreement with President Trump over the Reflecting Pool case has led to questions about her relationship with him. Pirro visited the White House after Trump publicly criticized her in the Oval Office.
- Trump Says Pirro ‘Choked’ in Reflecting Pool Vandalism Case
President Donald J. Trump in the Oval Office on Monday. Trump referenced Pirro in the Reflecting Pool Vandalism Case, stating she 'choked'.
- New talks are 'last chance' for Iran to forge a deal and avoid escalation of US strikes, Trump says
President Donald Trump stated that new talks with Iran are the 'last chance' for the country to avoid escalation of U.S. strikes. He emphasized this during a remarks in the Oval Office.
- Trump says Iran facing ‘last chance’ before ‘decapitation’
President Trump warned Iran that it has a 'last chance' to reach a peace deal with the U.S. or face 'decapitation.' He stated the talks are 'not very complex' and will proceed quickly.
- Trump frequently announces he’s halting strikes in Iran. But they keep happening
President Trump has repeatedly announced pauses in U.S. military strikes against Iran, followed by renewed attacks days later. Recent announcements in April, May, June 2026 included temporary ceasefires and a 60-day negotiating period, but strikes resumed after negotiations stalled.
- Trump’s Literal Gilded Age
President Trump has overseen the gilding of two 19-foot statues near the Lincoln Memorial with 23.75-karat gold leaf costing $5.1 million, reflecting his broader preference for gold-themed decor in the White House and public projects. Trump's use of gold includes the Oval Office, Mar-a-Lago, and diplomatic gifts like a golden pager from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
- Gold sculptures, Rose Garden statues, and paintings of Trump: All of the new artwork Trump has added to the White House
President Donald Trump has added new artwork to the White House, including five statues in the Rose Garden, gold sculptures in the Oval Office, and portraits of himself. A painting of Trump replacing a portrait of President Barack Obama in the Cross Hall and a statue depicting his 2024 assassination attempt were also installed.
- ‘An exchange of ideas’: Inside Netanyahu’s Oval Office meeting with Trump
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu met with U.S. President Trump in the Oval Office, refraining from advocating for a strike on Iran as he had previously, though he emphasized Israel would not wait for authorization if Iran attacked. An Israeli official described the leaders' relationship as a close, collaborative dynamic akin to a 'married couple' who 'finish each other's sentences.'
- Ruthless Zelensky's killer instinct impresses Trump during secret Oval Office huddle after Iran blitz - as he makes bold ask
Zelensky's aggressive approach impressed Trump during a secret meeting in the Oval Office following an Iran-related event, during which Zelensky made a significant request.
- Ruthless Zelensky's killer instinct impresses Trump during secret Oval Office huddle after Iran blitz - as he makes bold ask
Zelensky's 'killer instinct' impressed Trump during a secret Oval Office meeting following an Iran-related event, during which Zelensky made a bold request.
- Zelensky Met With Trump, Discussed Patriot Missile Production
President Volodymyr Zelensky met with President Trump in the Oval Office on July 28 to discuss Patriot interceptor production licenses and strategic, diplomatic efforts toward peace.
- Zelenskyy returns to Oval Office as Trump shifts towards Ukraine
Zelenskyy returns to the Oval Office as Trump shifts towards Ukraine. Kyiv hopes White House talks will lead to increased US support against Russia.
- Honoring Senator Lindsey Graham – Helping Ukraine, Punishing Russia
The US Congress is set to vote on a Russian sanctions package cosponsored by Senator Lindsey Graham. President Zelensky's visit to the US and Donald Trump's Oval Office meeting are highlighted as potential turning points.
- Zelensky Arrives in US for Oval Office Talks With Trump
President Volodymyr Zelensky will meet US President Donald Trump in the Oval Office to discuss stronger air defenses and strategic cooperation. Zelensky will also attend a Washington memorial service for the late Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham.
- Trump on LeBron James as he joins Philadelphia: 'Maybe he's a racist'
President Trump referred to LeBron James as a possible racist during a discussion in the Oval Office on Friday, stating he prefers Michael Jordan over James.
- Trump says Iranians getting 'very serious' in talks
Trump says he has not decided on launching major strikes against Iran as Tehran is becoming 'very serious' in talks with Washington. Discussions are ongoing, and Trump suggests Iran's increased seriousness may be due to 'obvious reasons.'
- Like Trump, I went through a home-renovation obsession. The results are often disappointing | Jackie Delamatre
The article discusses Donald Trump's obsession with interior design, including costly White House renovations like the $1.2bn overhaul of spaces such as the Oval Office and East Wing. Trump's design choices, including conflicts with Melania and DIY modifications, are framed as a compulsive and expensive endeavor with mixed results.
- No meeting set yet between Trump and Netanyahu, Axios reports
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office is discussing a potential meeting with President Trump during Netanyahu's upcoming US trip, but no meeting has been confirmed. The trip was canceled last week due to the postponement of Senator Lindsey Graham's funeral, and White House sources denied any set meetings with Netanyahu just before the cancellation announcement.
- Bukele Meets Trump Behind Closed Doors as TPS Deadline Looms for 232,000 Salvadorans
President Bukele and President Trump met privately in the Oval Office to discuss migration, economy, and regional security. The Temporary Protected Status for El Salvador is set to expire on September 9, 2026, affecting 232,000 Salvadorans who must re-register.
- Livestream: President Trump addresses the nation
President Donald Trump is expected to address the nation from the Oval Office at 9 p.m. on July 16. The address will be livestreamed, with a video available at the top of the article.
- In the United States, 'Trump Accounts' prove a hit, with $1,000 in savings allocated to every American newborn
The United States has launched Trump investment accounts, allocating $1,000 in savings for every newborn. US President Donald Trump announced the initiative in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington.
- Trump: US will do ‘a lot’ of deals with Iraq
Trump stated that the US will conduct numerous deals with Iraq and extract oil from the country. Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi emphasized the need for a fair share in OPEC.
- Mercurial and Magnetic, Lindsey Graham Was a Force in the Senate
Senator Lindsey Graham was a significant figure in the Senate, noted for his dynamic personality. He previously criticized Donald J. Trump as a 'demagogue' but later aligned with him after Trump became president.
- Spencer Pratt meets with Trump at White House
Spencer Pratt met with President Donald Trump at the White House. Pratt posted a photo of the meeting in the Oval Office.
- After Courting Black Voters, Trump Downplays Black Unemployment
President Trump addressed Black unemployment in the Oval Office on June 4, stating new factory openings provide hope for Black workers. The article notes his outreach to Black voters prior to this statement.
- Trump was introduced to red and yellow cards in 2018
President Donald Trump admitted he did not know about red cards in soccer before a recent U.S.-Bosnia match. However, FIFA President Gianni Infantino explained the use of yellow and red cards during a 2018 Oval Office meeting following the United States securing the right to co-host the 2026 World Cup. Trump appeared amused, holding up a red card, while Infantino joked about their potential use beyond soccer.
- Trump Expected to Tell Turkey He Is Ready to Restore Access to F-35 Jets
Trump is expected to inform Turkey that he is prepared to restore access to F-35 jets. Turkey has been actively lobbying for readmission to the fighter jet program for years. A model of an F-35 was displayed in the Oval Office.
- Trump rings New York Stock Exchange bell to mark first trading day for ‘Trump accounts’
Donald Trump rang the New York Stock Exchange bell from the White House to mark the first trading day for 'Trump accounts,' a government initiative providing children with $1,000 investment accounts. The event involved leaders from the NYSE and Nasdaq at the Oval Office, marking the first joint exchange opening and the first bell-ringing at the White House.
- Trump rings Wall Street's opening bells as he ties his presidency to stock market gains
President Trump rings the opening bells for the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq from the Oval Office, symbolically linking his presidency to stock market gains. The act reflects his increasing association of his leadership with financial market performance.
- Trump rings Wall Street's opening bells as he ties his presidency to stock market gains
President Trump rings the opening bells for the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq from the Oval Office, symbolizing his association of his presidency with stock market gains.