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Here's a quick rundown of the ins and outs of visiting the White House when in Washington, from our D.C. correspondent.
The first floor of the White House is often called the "state floor" as this is where many receptions of state are held. Rooms on this floor include the East Room, Green Room, Blue Room and Red Room.
Obama’s portrait was not removed outright but was taken from its place in the Grand Foyer of the White House to the entrance hall of the White House state floor, a Trump official said.
The White House State Floor has rooms designated by color (green, blue and red), and has state dining rooms and other offices. Audouy built fireplaces in every room, and each one had custom ...
“Obama remains in the Entrance Hall of the White House State Floor,” White House spokesperson Harrison Fields wrote on X.. Fields’ post shows the Obama painting is still hanging in a prime ...
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