President Trump said he told the Secret Service that the Oval Office should never be demolished, calling it a special and historic symbol of America. He said he has considered making the room a federal landmark while highlighting the extensive renovations he has made throughout the White House.
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Trump said he would not allow the Oval Office to be demolished.
Trump told Time magazine that Secret Service agents had discussed whether the Oval Office should be taken down and replaced.
Trump said he wants the historic room preserved and has considered seeking federal landmark status for it.
Trump has made extensive changes to the White House, including adding a 90,000 square foot ballroom after demolishing the East Wing.
Other renovations include changes to the Rose Garden, Palm Room, Cabinet Room, West Wing Walkway and Colonnade.
Trump also added flags to the North and South lawns and a helipad.
Trump said the White House is a “very special symbol” of America and said he wanted to improve it.
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