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The fact is, Levitt’s comment was about ongoing renovation work—not policy priorities or legislative agendas. As she pointed out, White House projects are often ongoing, and a focus on physical improvements does not negate engagement with pressing issues.
Clarifying the Truth
It's important to distinguish between a president’s personal or administrative interests and national priorities. Levitt’s remarks clearly referred to a specific project—renovating the ballroom—without any indication that this was the administration’s top concern. In fact, it is common for Presidents and White House staff to consider upgrades and improvements as ongoing, non-urgent matters.