Trump Slams Jackie Kennedy's Legacy in White House Renovation Row
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US President Donald Trump sparked outrage on Tuesday when he made disparaging comments about former First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy during a tour of his White House renovations. The remarks were made while Trump was walking with Fox News host Laura Ingraham, highlighting his opulent redesign of the Palm Room. The corridor, which links the front of the White House to the Rose Garden, was one of Kennedy's signature design projects that aimed to preserve historic charm. Trump's renovation of the Palm Room, which cost hundreds of millions of dollars, has been criticized for its lavish spending. The President boasted about restoring the room to its former glory, claiming that it was in "terrible shape" when he took over. However, his comments about Kennedy's design efforts were seen as a slap in the face to the highly respected former First Lady. Kennedy, who served as First Lady from 1961, was a trailblazer in White House design and furnishings. She worked tirelessly to preserve the historic character of the presidential residence and its surroundings. Her efforts included establishing a fine arts council to oversee the restoration of the East and Rose Gardens, as well as the family apartments. Trump's comments have been met with widespread criticism, with Caroline Kennedy's son, Jack Schlossberg, previously condemning the President's decision to demolish his grandmother's famous Rose Garden. The controversy surrounding Trump's White House renovations has sparked debate about the role of the President in preserving America's cultural heritage.
