Patriotism soared to new heights Wednesday as two large flag poles were installed at the White House.
The two 88-foot-tall flagpoles with U.S flags attached, were erected on the north lawn and south lawn. They were so needed, President Donald Trump said he would foot the bill if need be, USA Today reported. And he did.
“How do you like it, everybody?” Trump asked.
The president posted on X to announce the new flagpoles on Tuesday.
“It is my Great Honor to announce that I will be putting up two beautiful Flag Poles on both sides of the White House, North and South Lawns. It is a GIFT from me of something which was always missing from this magnificent place,” he wrote.
“These are the most magnificent poles made – They are tall, tapered, rust proof, rope inside the pole, and of the highest quality. Hopefully, they will proudly stand at both sides of the White House for many years to come!” Trump added.
The poles come at a price tag of about $50,000 each to install. Trump said he paid the bill himself.
Trump said he thought of installing the flag poles during his first term, but blamed the media for distracting him.
“I was the hunted. And now I’m the hunter,” Trump said. “It’s a big difference.”
