Staff Reports
Alina Habba, a top advisor to former President Donald Trump, recently caused a stir by claiming she uncovered what she calls Joe Biden’s “fake Oval Office.” In a video posted online, Habba showed off a room she says was used by Biden to create a staged backdrop for public appearances. The room features a White House logo, American flags, and a teleprompter. Habba called it proof that the Biden team relies on scripts and fake settings to hide weaknesses.
Habba filmed the video after appearing on a show, panning the camera around the room. She pointed out the teleprompter screens and mocked Biden’s team for needing “a teleprompter to the face” just to speak. Conservative commentators praised her for exposing what they call Biden’s “Hollywood-style” presidency. Many Trump supporters shared the video, saying it shows how the Biden administration “faked competence” during his term.
The room in question is actually the South Court Auditorium, part of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building next to the White House. It’s been used for decades by presidents, including Trump and Obama, for media events. But Habba insisted this space was Biden’s “fake” version of the real Oval Office. Critics called her claims ridiculous, noting the room’s long history. Conservative voices fired back, arguing that Biden’s frequent use of teleprompters in the space proves he couldn’t lead without help.
Biden’s actual Oval Office had lighter walls with portraits of historic leaders like George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Habba compared the two spaces, saying Biden’s setup looked “cheap” and “artificial.” She joked that the fake office explained why Biden’s speeches felt scripted and disconnected. Trump supporters online agreed, calling it another example of Democrats “hiding the truth” from voters.
The White House hasn’t commented on Habba’s video, but liberals dismissed it as a conspiracy theory. They say the South Court Auditorium is a practical space for filming, not proof of deception. Conservative pundits countered that Biden’s team used the room to mask his struggles, like his tendency to misspeak or appear confused. They argue a real leader wouldn’t need a “TV studio” to communicate with Americans.
Habba’s video has sparked debates about transparency in the Biden administration. Trump allies say the “fake office” symbolizes a presidency built on lies and media tricks. They point to Biden’s low approval ratings as evidence Americans saw through the act. Meanwhile, Biden supporters accuse Habba of stirring drama to distract from Trump’s own controversies.
The clash highlights deeper divides over how presidents present themselves. Conservatives say Biden’s reliance on staged events shows weakness, while liberals call it standard practice. Habba’s supporters say she “cracked the case” on Biden’s facade, proving Trump’s team was more authentic. Critics laugh at the idea, saying everyone knows the South Court Auditorium isn’t the Oval Office.
Either way, the video has fired up Trump’s base ahead of the 2024 election. Many see it as a reminder to reject “scripted politicians” and elect leaders who speak freely. As one conservative commentator put it, “Biden’s fake office is a metaphor for his whole presidency—all show, no substance.” The debate rages on, with both sides digging in harder.
