Trump shares security footage of White House Rose Garden alleged limestone damage
President Trump Calls Out Subcontractor for Damaging White House Rose Garden
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Former President Donald Trump took to social media to express his outrage over security footage showing damage to the White House Rose Garden caused by a subcontractor.
Trump, known for his background in construction, was appalled by the “huge gash” in the limestone, extending over 25 yards, that he discovered recently.
President Donald Trump shared footage showing the alleged damage. (@realDonaldTrump via Truth Social)
Trump’s Reaction
Trump expressed his disappointment and questioned whether the damage was a result of vandalism or negligence. He credited White House security equipment for helping to identify the subcontractor responsible.
“I started yelling, ‘Who did this, and I want to find out now!’—and I didn’t say this in a nice manner,” Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social.
Tables and chairs in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington, DC, US, on Friday, Aug. 8, 2025. Trump ordered updates to the Rose Garden in March. (Getty Images)
Resolution
After reviewing security footage, Trump identified the subcontractor as the cause of the damage and vowed to replace the damaged stone. He also stated that the subcontractor would be held accountable and not be permitted to work at the White House again.
“I’ll replace the stone, charge the contractor, and never let that contractor work at the White House again,” Trump wrote. “MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!”
The White House has not yet responded to requests for comment on the incident.
