how many of those have done anything even close to this?
the big 'mods' to the WH prior to this...
Historical Context of Presidential Changes:
Truman Renovation (1948–1952): A "total reconstruction" that gutted the interior, preserving only the exterior walls.
West Wing & East Wing: Built by Theodore Roosevelt (1902) and Franklin Roosevelt (1942), respectively, and heavily modified over time.
Rose Garden & Gardens: Modernized by Jacqueline Kennedy and Rachel "Bunny" Mellon (1962); Jacqueline Kennedy also oversaw the creation of the East Garden.
Press Room & Bowling Alley: Created by Richard Nixon, who famously converted the indoor pool into the press briefing room in 1970
what's Dumbfuck done to the People's House?
Key Changes Under the Second Trump Administration (2025–2026):
Rose Garden: Redesigned with paved limestone, creating a terrace-style layout similar to his Mar-a-Lago club to enhance event functionality.
East Wing Ballroom: A major project involving the demolition of the old East Wing to build a new 90,000-square-foot ballroom, funded privately by taxpayers for one billion dollars.
Decor and Enhancements: Extensive use of gold leaf in the Oval Office and Cabinet Room.
Grounds and Architecture: Installation of two 88-foot flagpoles. Proposed renovations include replacing North Portico columns and a massive "Memorial Circle Arch" (or "Arct Trump") on the Potomac.
"Walk of Fame": A new addition along the West Colonnade featuring framed portraits of former U.S. presidents, designed by the current administration
ya know what? had he just gone through the normal process and channels of making such a significant alteration I bet there would be a lot less critisism and complaining... but that's not how King Donald operates, is it?
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