Trump provides update on lower-profile White House construction project
President Donald Trump said on Sunday that construction on the new helipad he requested at the White House has finished.
TL;DR
- President Trump announced the completion of a new helipad at the White House.
- He described the helipad as 'MAGNIFICENT!' and noted its advantage for state arrivals.
- The helipad can also be used for events, such as cocktail receptions, before guests proceed to the new ballroom.
- Construction began in June after UFC fights on the South Lawn.
- Other Trump administration construction and beautification projects in D.C. have faced legal challenges.
- Democratic lawmakers have criticized Trump's focus on these projects.