Trump's $600 million Washington renovations frustrate locals and visitors alike
Donald Trump's extensive renovations in Washington, D.C. have drawn criticism from locals and visitors. The renovation of Lafayette Square and the White House's East Wing is projected to cost taxpayers $600 million. Many express disappointment as iconic sites are obscured by construction, transforming the city into a building zone ahead of the U.S. 250th anniversary celebrations.
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Published 20 Jun 2026, 09:00 UTC · Updated 20 Jun 2026, 09:24 UTC
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