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News in English (USA) / 05.08.2026 / 06:00

Trump Orders Major Redesign of White House Helipad After Complaints

In a series of abrupt decisions, former President Trump has ordered significant changes to the under-construction helipad at the White House, leading to the disassembly of weeks of laborious work by contractors. Multiple reports indicate that Trump was dissatisfied with key aspects of the $5 million project, including issues related to its slope and overall appearance. Contractors have noted that these recent demands could increase costs by an additional $900,000. Visuals from the site confirm that parts of the helipad are already being torn down, further adding to the controversy surrounding this high-profile renovation project.
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