WASHINGTON—President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he plans to request $2 billion from Congress to clean up and beautify the nation’s capital, including renovations to the White House executive building.
Wearing a “Trump Was Right About Everything!” cap, the president took questions from reporters during a visit to the People’s House exhibit near the White House.
“I’m giving out a contract very soon,” Trump said.
“We’re going to be raising about $2 billion from Congress. Congress is happy to do it, and we’re going to wisely spend the money.”
Trump said the White House will be working with Clark Construction to make improvements around the Capitol and White House and renovate outdated infrastructure, including rusted light poles, within the next 12 months….