Tangent
The grass on parts of the South Lawn was previously torn up for the massive 87-foot steel arena installed on the grounds for UFC Freedom 250, the mixed martial arts event hosted as part of the country’s 250th anniversary that took place on President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday earlier this month. Lawncare company ScottsMiracle-Gro previously announced they would be donating $1 million in cash and product in the form of custom turf to help restore the lawn after the event. Forbes has reached out to the company for further information about these plans.
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Key Background
Trump has seemingly made remodeling Washington, D.C., a priority during his second term in office, forging ahead with controversial projects that frequently face public backlash and even court challenges. These include the planned ballroom at the former East Wing, refurbishment of Washington’s East Potomac Golf Links, a renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and a proposed triumphal arch. Trump has also made smaller changes to the White House, including significantly altering the Rose Garden and installing a patio in the area.
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Further Reading
ForbesTrump’s Other ‘Vanity Projects’ Will Cost $162.5 Million—In Addition To $1.4 Billion Ballroom Possibly Funded By TaxpayersBy Sara Dorn