President Trump orders contractors working on an under-construction helipad at the White House to redo portions of the work, according to reports citing people familiar with the matter. The Washington Post reports Trump became dissatisfied with the helipad’s appearance after weeks of construction and directed contractors to make changes. Construction began in June, and Trump had treated the helipad as a priority, with earlier reporting indicating he also pushed for faster completion.
The helipad is being built as part of a broader White House renovation effort estimated at about $13 million, which includes work on the South Portico and driveway. Earlier reporting said Clark Construction was the contractor and that the project had been subject to last-minute schedule and scope demands, including efforts to meet a deadline in mid-September. The reports say it is unclear how much additional time or money the redo work will require and whether the helipad will be finished on schedule.
