World · 30 January 2026

US President Trump displays Putin photo in White House.

President Trump has displayed a framed photograph of himself with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the newly remodeled Palm Room of the White House. The image, taken during their summit in Alaska last August, hangs above a picture of Trump with his granddaughter. The display, which also includes photos of leaders like Xi Jinping and Benjamin Netanyahu, drew praise from Russian officials but criticism from Democrats and international allies regarding the optics of the relationship.

By BriefTea Editorial · 30 January 2026 at 11:03

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