Donald Trump has not only made some drastic policy changes since becoming President but he’s also started to change the decor of his office.
Trump was inaugurated for the second time on January 20 and is now the 47th President of the United States.
It’s clear that he wasn’t a huge fan of the previous administration’s policies, but it turns out that he also wasn’t a fan of what Joe Biden did with the Oval Office either.
Sadly, we aren’t privy to the meetings that take place in there, but we can find out what it looks like.
So here’s a detailed look at the changes Trump has made since his return to the White House:
Portrait Updates
During President Joe Biden’s administration, the Oval Office featured portraits of historical figures, including Founding Father Benjamin Franklin and President Franklin D. Roosevelt, per the Associated Press.
However, Trump has replaced Franklin’s portrait with one of Andrew Jackson, the seventh U.S. President, known for his controversial legacy. Additionally, the Roosevelt portrait has been swapped for an image of George Washington, the nation’s first president.
Trump has also reintroduced a bust of former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, which had been a fixture during his initial presidency, per the Independent.
Military Flags Return
The five military service flags, representing each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces, have been reinstated around the Oval Office desk. These flags were a hallmark of Trump’s first term and have now made a comeback.
A Lighter Oval Office Rug
Biden had opted for a dark blue rug during his time in office, but Trump has replaced it with a neutral, lighter-colored rug reminiscent of the one used during his first presidency.
Personal Touches
As with previous presidents, Trump has brought in personal photographs to decorate the space. Notable images include photos of his Scottish mother, Mary Anne MacLeod Trump, and snapshots of his children. These additions lend a familial feel to the historic office.
The ‘Diet Coke Button’
One of the most talked-about features of Trump’s first term was the so-called “Diet Coke button” installed on the Resolute Desk.
Rumors suggested that pressing the button summoned an aide to deliver a Diet Coke, Trump’s favorite beverage.
While the idea of a dedicated button for soda delivery became a viral sensation, the truth is more mundane.
The button is a standard Presidential Call button, historically used to summon aides to the office. In Trump’s case, it was occasionally used to request a Diet Coke.
If I was the President I would be pressing that button for snacks all day long.
