Trump turns to White House columns for next construction project
The White House North Portico is covered with significant scaffolding, now covered by a drape, that’s gone up in recent days as workers rehabilitate the exterior columns at President Donald Trump’s request.
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2 sourcesTrump takes up another White House project — the front columns…
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