At a Rose Garden dinner, President Donald Trump drew laughter after describing the White House’s deteriorating condition in a near-profane slip, saying he would have called it a “Shit House” when he returned. He then credited ongoing renovations for restoring damaged plaster, walls, and interiors to “perfect” condition, showcasing marble statues and gold-trimmed Oval Office details. Trump also promoted a nearly $400 million ballroom tied to security upgrades, with reports suggesting Republican pressure for taxpayer-funded protections.
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