- A 4,500-seat stadium for the South Lawn.
- Saying goodbye to the old Rose Garden.
- The new look of the most famous house in America.
We just saw the new plans for the White House and our jaws are on the floor. President Trump is officially bringing a 4,500-seat arena to the South Lawn. It is all for a massive UFC fight night. Seriously. This is happening.
The Rose Garden is already a patio now. The East Wing is gone to make room for a giant ballroom. It seems the ‘old school’ style is being swapped for something way more intense. It is a total makeover.
The aesthetic here is basically Las Vegas meets D.C. history. Think bright lights and metal cages sitting on the grass. The vibe is loud and very high-energy. It feels like a big shift from the quiet look we are used to seeing on the news.
If you like big surprises, you should see how Sandra Bullock Joins Instagram—and Immediately Trolls Channing Tatum. Things are getting spicy everywhere. This arena plan is just the latest move to change how the grounds are used.
We are talking about a 90,000 square foot space for the ballroom alone. That is huge. Just like Nicolas Cage Returning for New ‘Longlegs’ Movie From Osgood Perkins, this news feels like a wild sequel nobody expected. The fight is set for July 2.
The sports world is having a crazy week overall. Between this and the news that Dianna Russini Resigns From The Athletic, there is never a dull moment. We can’t wait to see what the South Lawn looks like when the cameras start rolling.
Our Take
Sucheta and I look at the White House like a giant art project. Right now, it feels like someone is painting over a classic oil portrait with neon spray paint. It is bold. It is aggressive. We are not sure if it fits the house, but you definitely cannot look away. It is a whole new mood for the capital.
