This has to happen!
In a move that’s stirring both excitement and controversy, Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN) is calling on the Department of the Interior to add President Donald J. Trump’s likeness to Mount Rushmore—a national monument revered for honoring America’s greatest leaders.
Ogles sent a letter to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, urging him to “explore the addition” of Trump to the iconic South Dakota site. Citing the 45th president’s pivotal role in “restoring American greatness,” Ogles believes it’s time to recognize Trump’s legacy in stone.
“Considering the magnitude of President Trump’s recent accomplishments—most notably the Big Beautiful Bill, which is set to launch a new era of American prosperity—it’s entirely appropriate to honor his legacy in a lasting way,” Ogles stated on Thursday.
🔥 Grassroots Support Still Surging for Trump
Despite relentless media attacks and partisan opposition, Trump remains the heartbeat of the conservative movement. A poll conducted June 23–26 shows 79% of Republican voters still approve of his performance—only slightly down from 86% in March. That overwhelming support underscores Trump’s lasting impact.
For patriotic Americans over 50, this isn’t just about symbolism—it’s about protecting the values that built this country: freedom, faith, national pride, and economic strength.
🇺🇸 Mount Rushmore: Honoring the Architects of America
Mount Rushmore, carved into the granite of South Dakota’s Black Hills between 1927 and 1941, features four historic figures: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln. These presidents defined the nation’s founding, growth, and perseverance.
Ogles argues President Trump deserves a place among them, highlighting the parallels:
- Like Washington, Trump served out of duty, not ambition.
- Like Jefferson, he broke from entrenched systems to pursue liberty.
- Like Roosevelt, he fought corporate corruption and revitalized industry.
- Like Lincoln, he stood firm during national division to preserve the Republic.
Adding Trump’s image, Ogles claims, would boost tourism, uplift the local economy, and solidify Trump’s legacy as one of the most transformational presidents in U.S. history.
🧱 The Big Beautiful Bill: A Defining Achievement
This historic push comes right after Congress passed Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill”—a signature legislative win that includes:
- Permanent tax cuts for working families and seniors
- Increased border security and defense spending
- Reductions in bloated entitlement programs like Medicaid and food stamps
- A necessary $5 trillion debt ceiling adjustment to stabilize the economy
The bill is expected to fuel job growth, protect retirees, and defend American sovereignty—all priorities for patriotic older Americans who built this country and want it safeguarded for the next generation.
⚠️ Challenges Ahead, But Momentum Is Building
While the National Park Service has previously noted that the rock surrounding the monument isn’t ideal for new carvings, conservatives say that shouldn’t be used as an excuse to ignore a president who reshaped American politics, policy, and patriotism.
This isn’t the first time the idea has surfaced. In January, Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) introduced a similar bill, though it failed to advance.
But support is growing.
“Mount Rushmore’s legacy shouldn’t be locked in the past,” Ogles wrote. “It should evolve to represent the complete story of America’s greatness—including its newest and most impactful era.”
🧠 Did You Know?
Mount Rushmore attracts over 2 million visitors a year—and a Trump addition could increase that number significantly, boosting local jobs and revenues in a deeply patriotic region.
Final Word
Whether or not the proposal becomes reality, one thing is clear: Donald Trump’s impact on America is unshakable. And for millions of Americans, especially those who remember a stronger, safer, and more prosperous nation under his leadership, his place on Mount Rushmore feels not just earned—but inevitable.