Trump Reiterates Fort Knox Gold Visit Interest

President Donald Trump reiterated his interest in visiting the United States Bullion Depository at Fort Knox, Kentucky, to personally verify the nation's gold reserves during an interview aired on Sunday.

Speaking with journalist Sharyl Attkisson, Trump recalled earlier discussions about inspecting the facility. "We wanted to go and knock on the door of Fort Knox, a very thick door, and to see whether or not we have any gold in there," he said. He added, "It's a very interesting question. We played with that. I wonder if they left the gold in Fort Knox, because they steal a lot." When asked if such a visit was necessary, Trump responded, "I do want to go to Fort Knox sometime. I want to see if the gold is there, which I'm sure it will be."

The comments revive a topic Trump first raised in February 2025, shortly after taking office for his second term. At that time, he told reporters the administration planned to check the reserves, stating, "We're actually going to Fort Knox to see if the gold is there, because maybe somebody stole the gold." The idea gained traction after Elon Musk, then leading the Department of Government Efficiency, responded to a social media suggestion by...