US President Donald Trump has unveiled renovations to the bathroom in the Lincoln Bedroom, as his remodelling of the White House continues.
Trump shared photos of the new bathroom on social media, saying it had been renovated in the 1940s in an art deco green tile style, which was totally inappropriate for the Lincoln Era.
He claimed the new black and white marble is very appropriate for the time of Abraham Lincoln and, in fact, could be the marble that was originally there!.
It is the latest change Trump has made to the White House this year. In October, its East Wing was demolished to make way for his new multi-million dollar ballroom.
The bathroom is a part of Abraham Lincoln's office and cabinet room, which former President Harry Truman fixed up as a part of his massive renovation of the White House in the late 1940s.
The wallpaper of Lincoln's office and bedroom was once coloured in green and gold, according to the White House Historical Association.
After Trump's remodelling, it now features gold fixtures and accents for the sink, bathtub faucet and shower door, as well as a chandelier.
The White House said the renovation was privately funded at no cost to the taxpayer.
The US president's attempts to put his own stamp on the White House have prompted criticism from conservation groups and his political opponents.
Trump previously said his ballroom addition to the East Wing would not interfere with the current building. But in October, he said the existing structure had to be torn down.
Critics, including Democrats, have remarked that Trump appears more invested in his renovations than in solving significant issues like the ongoing government shutdown.
Conservationists expressed concern that Trump's renovations overshadow the classical style of the White House. The White House responded to criticism by defending Trump's vision as a necessary and visionary addition.
Additionally, Trump's adaptations to the White House include transforming the Rose Garden and gilding the Oval Office decor. As the government shutdown continues, Democrats have pointed out that Trump's focus on the renovations detracts from pressing national issues.
