Trump's Grandiose Follies: A Pattern of Prioritization The recent episode of Last Week Tonight, where John Oliver skewered President Donald Trump's obsession with building a "huge" ballroom at the White House, has left many wondering if this is merely a case of presidential hubris or a symptom of a deeper issue.
The episode serves as a reminder of the countless other vanity projects that have consumed the administration in recent years.
For instance, the Presidential Walk of Fame outside the White House and the redecorated Oval Office are examples of efforts that seem less like attempts to enhance the dignity of the office and more like displays of personal opulence.