Trump signs proclamation to preserve Oval Office design

President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Thursday aimed at preventing future administrations from altering the design of the Oval Office and Cabinet Room, which he has declared as national monuments.

Speaking from the gold-covered Oval Office, Trump stated the proclamation would ensure the West Wing rooms remain untouched, citing concerns over potential changes by future leaders.

The president emphasized that no one should be allowed to 'take it down and try and do something with it,' warning that any attempt to alter the space would be met with his personal intervention.

Since returning to office, Trump has initiated several White House renovation projects, including the demolition of the East, Wing to construct a $600 million ballroom and the installation of a granite helipad on the South Lawn.

He defended the renovations by highlighting the deteriorating condition of the White House exterior, citing cracked windows, damaged stonework, and broken decorative elements as justification for the changes.

A red baseball cap with the word 'Veto' was placed on the desk during the proclamation signing, symbolizing Trump's intent to block legislative actions by the new Democratic-controlled Congress.