Donald Trump hosted an event in his newly renovated Rose Garden, calling it the 'Rose Garden Club,' but online reactions were largely negative, comparing the setting to a restaurant patio and expressing skepticism about its future restoration.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Rolling Stone
President Donald Trump posted on social media to prove he's alive, sharing a story about discovering damage to the Rose Garden stonework caused by a subcontractor, and expressing his intention to replace the stone and take action against the contractor. The incident highlights Trump's ongoing disputes with contractors and his recent activity on social media.
President Trump's renovation of the Rose Garden features a marble patio replacing the traditional lawn, aiming to make it more event-friendly, continuing a tradition of presidential garden modifications that often face public and historical scrutiny.
The article discusses the recent repaving of the White House Rose Garden under President Trump, contrasting it with historical redesigns, notably by Rachel Mellon in 1963, and reflecting on the garden's evolving landscape and significance.