President Donald Trump shared new photos of White House renovations on Friday, along with potential marble updates for the “Trump-Kennedy Center” as well.
Newsweek reached out to the White House via email on Friday for comment.
Why It Matters
Trump’s White House renovations in his second term have drawn national attention for their scale, cost, and potential impact on the historic residence. His redesigns—ranging from the Oval Office to the Rose Garden—along with the demolition of the East Wing to build a massive ballroom, have spurred debate over preservation, presidential authority, and the role of private funding in altering federally protected landmarks.
These changes come as lawsuits, partisan reactions, and ethical questions mount, highlighting broader tensions over presidential legacy and public versus private stewardship of national symbols.
What To Know
Taking to Truth Social, the president posted updated pictures of the Palm Room. The president also shared images of potential marble that could be used at the “Trump-Kennedy Center,” as well as saying, “Potential Marble armrests for the seating at The Trump Kennedy Center. Unlike anything ever done or seen before!”
Other renovations to the East Wing are also ongoing, including a new ballroom. Trump told reporters earlier this month that the cost had risen to $400 million after initial estimates put the cost at around $200 million.
The Trump administration maintains that all new construction and renovations are funded privately and impose zero cost on taxpayers.
What Happens Next
The legal and public scrutiny over the White House renovations, particularly the ballroom, is likely to continue.
This is a developing story that will be updated with additional information.
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