Trump Posts Golden-Lit Image of Iwo Jima Memorial Ringed by Rental Fencing

Trump shares a dusk photo of the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial glowing gold, with a boom lift and temporary fencing at its base.

First Published: September 16, 2026, 11:28 PM ET

WASHINGTON D.C. — Donald J. Trump posted a dusk photograph of the Iwo Jima Memorial glowing gold, its bronze figures ringed by a boom lift and temporary fencing.

Here is the full post on truthsocial: “Iwo Jima Memorial Genie OA DIA WAS 183 18 Herc NATIONAL RENT-A-FENC” on September 16, 2026 at 11:23 PM ET.

This is Trump’s 10th message released today, out of 11 total, and the last post was 47 minutes ago, and it is not part of a thread. On average, Trump produces 18 posts per day since his inauguration on January 20, 2025. The move fits a broader pattern in Trump’s recent messaging, with 46 of his 582 posts over the last 30 days classified as Uncategorized posts.

The image shows the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial, which depicts servicemen raising the American flag at Iwo Jima. The bronze statue appears illuminated with a golden glow at dusk, with a full-color American flag flying from the flagpole held by the figures. Trees and a lit building are visible in the background.

Equipment and signage appear at the base of the memorial. A blue Genie S-85 XC aerial lift stands near the figures, and “Herc” branding marks rental equipment. A chain-link fence surrounds the area, with signage reading “NATIONAL RENT-A-FENC” and a partial phone number. The setting and gear point to work being done at the site.