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President Trump’s Chosen Artist? A Christian Speed Painter.

The article discusses President Trump's connection with the Christian speed painter Vanessa Horabuena. Horabuena has painted portraits of the president and Jesus, and one of her paintings was recently sold for $2.75 million at a charity auction organized by Trump. Horabuena's paintings have gained prominence due to her association with the former president, despite her status as a relatively unknown artist. The article highlights the unusual nature of this relationship, as it is uncommon for a sitting president to promote and sell the work of a specific artist. The high price of the sold painting also raises questions about the factors that contributed to its valuation and the potential influence of Trump's endorsement.

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President Trump’s Chosen Artist? A Christian Speed Painter.

The article discusses President Trump's connection with the Christian speed painter Vanessa Horabuena. Horabuena has painted portraits of the president and Jesus, and one of her paintings was recently sold for $2.75 million at a charity…

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President Trump’s Chosen Artist? A Christian Speed Painter.

The article discusses President Trump's connection with the Christian speed painter Vanessa Horabuena. Horabuena has painted portraits of the president and Jesus, and one of her paintings was recently sold for $2.75…

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The article discusses President Trump's connection with the Christian speed painter Vanessa Horabuena. Horabuena has painted portraits of the president and Jesus, and one of her paintings was recently sold for $2.75 million at a charity…

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