Trump said the work involved coating the pool's surface in 'American flag blue' rather than replacing the granite, as was done in the 2012 project, which was a more comprehensive structural restoration. 3 million. The contract was awarded without competing bids, using an 'urgency' exception.
' Trump posted a video on Truth Social showing the fountains in operation and claimed credit for funding the project. He later denied responsibility for the contract and accused the New York Times of mischaracterizing the facts.
The way this contract was awarded is above board. The urgency is to ensure this project is done well ahead of America’s 250th anniversary.