MAGA Evangelical Leaders Bless and Dedicate Trump’s Golden Statue at Mar-a-Lago
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MAGA Evangelical Leaders Bless and Dedicate Trump’s Golden Statue at Mar-a-Lago
A major gathering of MAGA evangelical leaders took place at Mar-a-Lago, where Pastor Mark Burns led the blessing and dedication of a 22-foot golden statue of Donald Trump Times Now . The event coincided with Trump’s attendance at the Cadillac Championship at Trump National Doral, marking his first PGA Tour appearance in nearly a decade Times Now .
Statue Details and Symbolism
The sculpture, standing 15 feet tall on a 7-foot base, depicts Trump raising his fist in the air — mirroring the gesture he made after surviving an assassination attempt in Butler Times Now . It was draped in white and blue fabric resembling a Greek toga during the ceremony. Pastor Burns, a longtime Trump ally and member of “Pastors for Trump,” described it as a symbol of resilience, freedom, patriotism, strength, and divine protection , rejecting comparisons to idol worship. He emphasized it was “a celebration of life” and a reminder of God’s protection over Trump’s life Times Now .
Commission and Controversy
The statue was reportedly commissioned by a group of crypto investors promoting the memecoin $PATRIOT . Sculptor Alan Cottrill created the bronze figure for $300,000 and later suggested coating it in gold leaf. Cottrill claimed he withheld the statue until full payment was made, while the investors insisted payment had already been completed Times Now .
Trump’s Involvement
During the ceremony, Pastor Burns played a recorded message from Trump, thanking Burns for his support and calling him “a good pastor, a good man” and someone he has known “from the beginning” Times Now .
Context and Reactions
The unveiling came amid broader political and cultural debates over the role of faith in politics. Similar Mar-a-Lago events have in the past featured worship and prayer gatherings, blending spiritual expression with political symbolism Worship Leader . Critics have questioned the artistic and religious implications of such large-scale public tributes to a political figure, while supporters see them as acts of loyalty and inspiration.
This event underscores how Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate has become a hub for both political rallies and faith-based gatherings, blending public spectacle with personal devotion.
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I have a question . There have been 45 other presidents - did any of them have religious leaders bless and praise a statue that those presidents had built to glory themselves ?
Golden, no less...