Why is it so different when Trump makes changes to the White House?
President Barack Obama added a vegetable garden on the South Lawn, converted the South Lawn tennis court into a multi-use basketball court, and oversaw infrastructure updates. He also updated the interior decor with modern American art and historical pieces, such as adding a bust of Martin Luther King Jr. to the Oval Office.
Specific Changes and Additions:
The Kitchen Garden: First Lady Michelle Obama planted the organic vegetable garden on the South Lawn to promote healthy eating.
The Basketball Court: The existing tennis court on the South Grounds was adapted with court markings so it could be used for both tennis and basketball.
Infrastructure Updates: A multi-year, multi-million-dollar upgrade to the White House's aging heating, cooling, electrical, and plumbing systems took place during his term, funded through budgets approved prior to his taking office.
During his presidency, Joe Biden redecorated the Oval Office to reflect his personal tastes and focus on civil rights, replacing previous art and decor on his first day in office. He also carried out standard maintenance and cosmetic refreshes across the executive residence alongside First Lady Jill Biden.
Oval Office Redecoration:
Portraits and Art: Replaced a portrait of Andrew Jackson with one of Benjamin Franklin; added paintings of George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Jefferson, and Alexander Hamilton.
Civil Rights Busts: Displayed sculptures of historical figures including Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Cesar Chavez, Robert F. Kennedy, and John Lewis.
Rug and Drapes: Switched the light-colored rug and gold drapes for a deep blue rug and darker gold curtains previously used during the Clinton administration.
Desk Adjustments: Removed the call button used by the prior administration from the Resolute Desk and replaced it with a box of signature pens.
Specific Changes and Additions:
The Kitchen Garden: First Lady Michelle Obama planted the organic vegetable garden on the South Lawn to promote healthy eating.
The Basketball Court: The existing tennis court on the South Grounds was adapted with court markings so it could be used for both tennis and basketball.
Infrastructure Updates: A multi-year, multi-million-dollar upgrade to the White House's aging heating, cooling, electrical, and plumbing systems took place during his term, funded through budgets approved prior to his taking office.
During his presidency, Joe Biden redecorated the Oval Office to reflect his personal tastes and focus on civil rights, replacing previous art and decor on his first day in office. He also carried out standard maintenance and cosmetic refreshes across the executive residence alongside First Lady Jill Biden.
Oval Office Redecoration:
Portraits and Art: Replaced a portrait of Andrew Jackson with one of Benjamin Franklin; added paintings of George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Jefferson, and Alexander Hamilton.
Civil Rights Busts: Displayed sculptures of historical figures including Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Cesar Chavez, Robert F. Kennedy, and John Lewis.
Rug and Drapes: Switched the light-colored rug and gold drapes for a deep blue rug and darker gold curtains previously used during the Clinton administration.
Desk Adjustments: Removed the call button used by the prior administration from the Resolute Desk and replaced it with a box of signature pens.
