Summary
President Donald Trump signed a proclamation designating the Oval Office and Cabinet Room as a national monument. It directs the Interior secretary to manage the rooms and calls for review before major changes, but it allows routine changes and does not prevent a future president from altering or rescinding the designation.Key Facts
- Trump signed the proclamation on Thursday, two days after midterm elections.
- The proclamation allows redecorating, furniture changes, and ordinary operational and security modifications.
- It calls for documentation, review, and consideration of alternatives before actions that would substantially alter or demolish the rooms’ historic structure or architectural character.
- The proclamation does not require congressional approval for major changes, despite Trump saying such changes would need review from Congress.
- Trump has made changes to the Oval Office, including adding gold accents, portraits, and a copy of the Declaration of Independence.
- Trump demolished the White House East Wing to make room for a ballroom project.
- Sen. Richard Blumenthal sent letters to known donors to the ballroom seeking information about their contributions.
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