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President Trump Installs New Flag Poles At The White House
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President Trump Installs New Flag Poles At The White House

Two towering flagpoles now rise prominently on the White House grounds — a bold new addition ordered and personally funded by President Donald Trump. The twin 88-foot flagpoles, each flying a large American flag, were installed June 18 on the north and south lawns of the executive residence, marking a highly visible statement of patriotism and symbolism from the president.

The first pole was installed early in the morning on the south lawn, with the flag-raising ceremony taking place around 1 p.m. President Trump was joined by his daughter Ivanka Trump and son-in-law Jared Kushner, who were present for the swearing-in of Jared’s father, Charles Kushner, as U.S. ambassador to France.

“How do you like it, everybody?” Trump asked reporters as the flag reached its peak.

Just hours later, a matching flagpole was erected on the north lawn. Despite passing thunderstorms in the area, a second flag was raised by evening, completing the patriotic display.

Trump stated that the project was funded entirely out of his own pocket, with each pole reportedly costing around $50,000. “It is a GIFT from me of something which was always missing from this magnificent place,” he wrote on social media. “Hopefully, they will proudly stand at both sides of the White House for many years to come!”

Presidents have traditionally placed personal touches on the White House, and Trump, known for his real estate background and flair for grand gestures, has leaned into that precedent. This latest addition reflects his broader effort to reframe the presidency in bold, visual terms — while also tying his legacy to symbols of national pride.

This week also saw a symbolic swap in the Oval Office: a bust of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. was replaced with one of former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, signaling a subtle shift in tone within the executive suite.

Trump, who has previously expressed interest in structural changes to the White House — including adding a new ballroom — told reporters that the flagpole idea originated during his first term but was delayed due to “distractions caused by the media.”

“I was the hunted. And now I’m the hunter,” he said, characterizing the change in dynamic as he seeks a more assertive and unencumbered role in his second term.

Written by Arthur Higgens - June 19, 2025