Laura Ingraham Gets Exclusive Tour of President Trump's White House Renovations and Presidential Walk of Fame
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Laura Ingraham Gets Exclusive Tour of President Trump's White House Renovations and Presidential Walk of Fame
Laura Ingraham receives an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of President Trump's White House renovations, including the new ballroom and Presidential Walk of Fame. Trump shares the architectural details of his restoration work, from the book-matched marble flooring to the half-inch brass signage, all funded entirely by private donors. The tour reveals Trump's meticulous attention to detail, influenced by his builder father, as he transforms spaces like the Rose Garden and restores rooms originally designed by Jackie Kennedy.
An Exclusive White House Tour With President Trump
Following an interview, Laura Ingraham received an exclusive tour of the White House renovations led by President Trump. As darkness began to fall, Trump walked Ingraham through the extensive improvements being made to the historic building, emphasizing that all work is funded entirely by private donors with no cost to taxpayers.
The New Ballroom: A 150-Year Vision Realized
Trump revealed plans for a new ballroom that will accommodate a proper number of people, fulfilling a vision that has waited 150 years. "The White House will finally have after 150 years the ballroom that they wanted," Trump explained. He emphasized multiple times that the public is paying for absolutely nothing, with all renovations funded by donors. "It will be beautiful. One of the most beautiful in the world," he stated.
The Presidential Walk of Fame
Trump introduced his Presidential Walk of Fame, which he conceived himself. "Everything is my idea," he said. The display features all presidents, including those Trump criticized. When showing Barack Obama's profile, Trump referred to him as "Barack Hussein Obama" and noted he was among the top five worst presidents. Biden's profile drew even harsher criticism, with Trump calling him "the worst president in the history of our country."
Trump explained that each presidential portrait will have a beautiful bronze plaque underneath describing their presidency in a couple hundred words. When asked if he thought these would remain after he left office, Trump responded that he thought they should.
The Rose Garden Transformation
The new Rose Garden features stonework matching the White House itself. "Now you can have news conferences no one can stand in the mud," Trump explained. The renovation addresses a long-standing problem where journalists, particularly women in high heels, would sink into the grass during press conferences. Trump created a hard surface using stone the same color as the White House, which he noted worked out great.
The space also features high-quality speaker systems integrated into the landscaping. When Ingraham asked about becoming a "frustrated DJ," Trump clarified he doesn't do that much but thinks having good sound is important for news conferences held in the space.
Restoring Jackie Kennedy's Vision
Trump showed Ingraham a room originally designed by Jackie Kennedy that had fallen into disrepair. "This room was in terrible shape," he explained. The space, which visitors had to pass through to reach the Oval Office, had become an embarrassment with poor walls and terrible lanterns.
Trump took the room down and rebuilt it at a much higher level while maintaining its original character. The restoration showcases his attention to architectural detail.
The Art of Book-Matched Marble
Trump's meticulous attention to detail became evident as he pointed out the book-matched marble flooring. Book-matching is a technique where marble slabs are arranged so their natural patterns mirror each other perfectly. "If it's an eighth of an inch it's no good," Trump explained.
He showed how even the air conditioner vents feature book-matched marble. "You know, it's even available that you can do that," he said, noting that most people don't realize such details are possible. Two brass strips separate the marble sections with precision matching.
Learning From a Builder Father
When Ingraham asked where Trump developed his attention to architectural detail, he traced it back to his childhood. "I was involved with my father building. My father was a builder. So as a little boy I would be sitting there playing with blocks, I think, my father would be in the -- I would be listening, I guess very father good at building."
Trump confidently stated, "So am I. Nobody can build as good as me." He noted that while his father worked with tile and linoleum, he had the same attention to detail that Trump inherited and expanded upon.
The Next Generation
Trump believes his children have inherited his attention to detail. "I think Eric is very good. Don in a very different way is good. Ivanka is, you know, Tiffany very smarts. All great students," he said. About his youngest son, he added, "Barron is going to be tremendous. He is very meticulous."
When Ingraham mentioned that many people think Barron could be the next Trump president, or wondered which child would be best, Trump responded, "In a certain way they all could."
Bronze Craftsmanship and Quality
Trump showed Ingraham a sign demonstrating the difference between his standards and typical construction. "Most people do a sign and paint it on the wall," he explained. Instead, the sign is made of half-inch thick pure brass, carved by a talented craftsman. "You can't just do that. That's, you know, you look at that, that's quality, right?"
The presidential timeline runs from George Washington down to Trump, created with the same level of craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Treasures From the East Wing
Trump revealed that some pieces in the Rose Garden were relocated from the East Wing. One notable piece was carved by the same craftsman who worked on Mount Rushmore. "We took all the good stuff," Trump said, ensuring these historical treasures were properly displayed and appreciated.
Ingraham, who had visited the White House numerous times before, admitted she didn't know most of what Trump revealed during the tour, expressing fascination with the level of detail and craftsmanship involved in the renovations.
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