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n a bid to leave his mark on the White House, Donald Trump is unleashing his inner property developer. The 45th president has grand plans to transform the iconic building into a gilded palace, replete with opulent touches and lavish flourishes.
Trump's vision for the Oval Office is already taking shape, with golden accents and ornate details that seem to be multiplying by the day. Gone are the days of understated elegance; instead, the room is being transformed into a dazzling display of Trump's signature style. From gilded mirrors to gold-leaf appliques, every surface seems to be getting a touch of 24-karat magic.
But it's not just the Oval Office that's getting a makeover. Trump has set his sights on the Rose Garden, where he plans to pave over the grassy area and create a sleek, modern space inspired by the golden terraces at Mar-a-Lago. The idea is to create a convivial private club for entertaining members of Congress and other VIPs.
Trump's love affair with gold extends far beyond the Oval Office. He's also planning to add a gigantic ballroom to the White House, accessed through doors in the East Room. The new wing will be designed in keeping with the building's Georgian architecture, but with a Trumpian twist – think glittering chandeliers and walls adorned with $7 million worth of gold leaf.
The president's plans have not gone unnoticed, with critics accusing him of trying to turn the White House into his own personal playground. But Trump remains undeterred, convinced that he's creating something truly special. As he sees it, the revamped White House will be a testament to his vision and a fitting tribute to America's greatness.
In a nod to his love of history, Trump has also ordered a new portrait of Abraham Lincoln to be hung in the cross hall, replacing a painting of Bill Clinton. And with plans to add more presidential portraits to the walls, including one of William McKinley, it seems that Trump is determined to leave his mark on the White House for generations to come.
As the renovations continue, one thing is clear: Donald Trump's vision for the White House is unlike anything we've ever seen before. Love him or hate him, it's hard to deny that the man has a flair for the dramatic – and a penchant for gold that knows no bounds.
