WATCH: Trump says Sikorsky is paying for a 'beautiful' granite helipad at the White House
Summary
President Donald Trump announced that a granite helipad is being built on the White House lawn. He said the helipad is needed for new, more powerful helicopters and that the project will be paid for with private money.Key Facts
- The helipad is located on the South Lawn of the White House.
- Construction had already started when the announcement was made.
- President Trump said the helipad will have the White House seal carved in granite.
- He described the helipad as a "beautiful" structure.
- The cost is estimated to be up to $6 million.
- The helipad is meant to fit newer, more powerful presidential helicopters.
- President Trump said the project will be funded privately, not with government money.
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