New White House look: Donald Trump orders Oval Office makeover

New White House look: Donald Trump orders Oval Office makeover

A major refurbishment is under way in the White House, ordered by US President Donald Trump while he takes an extended holiday.

Armchairs, carpets, tables and even the famous Resolute Desk occupied by generations of powerful world leaders have all been stripped out.

The Oval Office and Situation Room, where the US President meets aides in times of crisis, as well as other offices in the West Wing are among areas being redecorated.

All of the carpeting in the West Wing is to be replaced - at a cost of $1.17m (£903,800). A fresh coat of paint will add another $275,000 (£212,000) to the bill.

The expenses are inline with those incurred at the orders of previous presidents, the government department overseeing renovations said.
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