Trump Unveils White House Upgrades

Trump showcased new White House grounds projects, including a granite helipad and ballroom.

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Trump Unveils Upgrades to White House Grounds

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President Donald Trump brought reporters onto the White House South Lawn on Wednesday to inspect construction of a new granite helipad and a replacement driveway, turning an impromptu availability into a tour of his grounds projects. He said the asphalt driveway was being replaced with white granite quarried in California and described grading changes to the helipad. Trump signed a piece of the helipad stone and said the installation would remain for generations. He also discussed plans for a White House ballroom, including adjacent space for cocktails and bomb shelters.

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Tacky renovationsLeans Left

Trump’s White House renovation activity is gaudy, bizarre, and worthy of mockery. His focus on flashy changes like the helipad looks unserious and tasteless rather than presidential.

Legal vulnerabilityLeft & Center

Trump’s White House construction push is extravagant and legally questionable. He appears to be trying to advance the projects before courts or other legal challenges can stop them.