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Many critics have taken to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to express their disapproval. Democratic figures like Gavin Newsome portray the renovation as an act of disrespect, with Newsome claiming that President Trump is “tearing down the White House to build a golden ballroom for himself and his donors.” The language suggests that the project is more about vanity and personal gain than preservation.
Similarly, Hillary Clinton has voiced concern, emphasizing that "it’s not his house" and that “he’s destroying it.” Such statements reflect a broader sentiment that these renovations threaten the sanctity and historical integrity of the White House, a symbol of American democracy.