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Trump signs proclamation making Oval Office, Cabinet Room national monument

Trump signs proclamation making Oval Office, Cabinet Room national monument

Also reported by PBS NewsHour

Summary

President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Thursday designating the Oval Office and Cabinet Room in the White House as a national monument. He said Congress would have to ratify the proclamation and approve any major modifications to the rooms.

Key Facts

  • Trump signed the proclamation on Thursday.
  • The proclamation designates the Oval Office as a national monument.
  • The proclamation also designates the Cabinet Room as a national monument.
  • Trump described the rooms as a symbol of the country.
  • Trump said Congress would have to ratify the proclamation.
  • Trump said major modifications to the rooms would require congressional approval.
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