Trump, Donald J

July 15, 2024

When Even an Assassination Attempt Becomes a Concert Tee

Hours after the attempt on Donald Trump’s Life, the merch arrived. Of all the images that have flooded the national conversation since the assassination attempt on […]
June 14, 2024

How Donald J. Trump Is Appropriating the American Flag

In a visual age, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee is making himself into the 51st star. When Donald J. Trump held his post-conviction news conference at […]
May 9, 2024

Stormy Daniels Makes a Statement in Court for Trump’s Criminal Trial

During her time on the stand in former President Donald J. Trump’s criminal trial, the adult entertainer dressed for history — and a jury. There is […]
March 1, 2024

Dressing for the Cameras, if Not the Fray

In their visits to the border, President Biden and former President Donald J. Trump were image making for a national audience. Joe Biden and Donald Trump […]
February 24, 2024

This Man Paid $9,000 for a Pair of Donald Trump Sneakers

Roman Sharf is one of the watch world’s best known dealers. Compared to the Patek on his wrist, the shoes were cheap. When Donald J. Trump […]
February 24, 2024

This Man Paid $9,000 for a Pair of Donald Trump Sneakers

Roman Sharf is one of the watch world’s best known dealers. Compared to the Patek on his wrist, the shoes were cheap. When Donald J. Trump […]
January 24, 2024

Nikki Haley Hits Donald Trump Where It Hurts With Age Comments

On the campaign trail, Nikki Haley questioned Donald J. Trump’s vitality. Her jabs seemed to penetrate. If vanity is the soft underbelly of maleness, a vulnerable […]
January 11, 2024

The Silent Glamour of Melania Trump’s Mother, Amalija Knavs

In public, Amalija Knavs did not adhere to the stereotypes of an American grandmother. Throughout the Trump presidency, Amalija Knavs — mother to first lady Melania […]
December 14, 2023

Trump Is Selling Pieces of His Mug Shot Suit

It’s not just a piece of political memorabilia — it’s a strategy. When Donald J. Trump walked into a Georgia courthouse on Aug. 24 to be […]
September 19, 2023

Lawmakers Give New Senate Dress Code a Dressing Down

Some senators worry that more casual dress might breed disrespect for Congress. Others argue that the harshest critics have already debased the institution, even in business […]