President Donald Trump has unveiled a makeover of the White House Cabinet Room, selecting new paintings and furniture that offer insights into his personal style and political heroes. During a televised cabinet meeting on Tuesday, Trump personally guided his team through the redesigned room, highlighting items he chose from the White House 'vaults' with curators.
Trump pointed out a portrait of President James K. Polk, whom he called 'sort of a real estate guy' and praised for acquiring California. He noted that Polk's frame matched that of Andrew Jackson, a detail he found important. Trump also selected a painting of Dwight Eisenhower, describing him as 'very underrated' and 'the toughest president on immigration,' likely referencing the 'Operation Wetback' mass deportation program.
The president ribbed Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who had to give up a grandfather clock from his office for the redesign. Trump claimed he spent 'very little money' on the renovation and that some items had not been used for a century. An aide said there is no set completion date, with Trump redesigning on a 'daily basis.'
