US Commission of Fine Arts

The US Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) is a federal agency that provides expert advice to the government on matters of art and architecture that affect the appearance of Washington, D.C., and other federal properties. Recently, the CFA has been in the news due to its involvement in projects associated with former President Donald Trump. Specifically, the commission approved the design for a 24-karat gold commemorative coin bearing Trump's image to mark the 250th anniversary of the US. This decision, made by Trump appointees, has drawn attention. Additionally, the CFA's role in reviewing the "East Wing Modernization Project" at the White House, including a proposed ballroom, has also been highlighted. These events underscore the CFA's ongoing influence in shaping the aesthetic landscape of the nation's capital and its potential involvement in politically sensitive projects.