CNN.com reports on the pressing issue of President Obama'a traditional redecoration of the White House. Actually, it is kind of notable in the Obamas are foregoing the alloted federal funds for the redecoration, appropriate considering the times.
The Obamas are using their own money to redecorate the White House residence and Oval Office, the White House confirms, forgoing the $100,000 in federal funds that is traditionally allotted to new presidents for such renovation projects. The first couple — who made well over $2 million in 2008, largely from book revenues — is also turning down money from the White House Historical Association, the organization that financed a $74,000 set of china for the Bushes.
The president will also keep Bush's Oval Office rug, installed for $60 grand. It seems pricy for a carpet...but I have to say I can't really blame Bush for wanted to replace Clinton's carpet...considering.
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