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Claimant: Social Media
Claim: Trump is spending $5 million in taxpayer money to cover horse statues in Washington, D.C., in gold.
Rating: MOSTLY TRUE
Explanation: The federal government awarded a $4.995 million contract for conservation work and regilding of four equestrian statues, including the application of gold leaf. However, the contract also covers cleaning, restoration, and preservation work, not solely the gold leaf itself.
Date: 06/09/2026
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Last Updated on June 9, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check