https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-says-he-rejected-secret-service-plan-to-tear-down-oval-officeContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-says-he-rejected-secret-service-plan-to-tear-down-oval-officehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-says-he-rejected-secret-service-plan-to-tear-down-oval-office#u97522Sat, 03 Oct 2026 23:01:23 +0000US President Donald Trump has stated that he rejected a plan proposed by the Secret Service to tear down and rebuild the Oval Office. The proposal was part of his broader White House renovations. Trump described the Oval Office as a 'special place' and chose not to implement the suggested changes. This decision comes amid his considerations for additional federal protection for the historic room.Why it mattersThe Oval Office is a significant part of the White House, serving as the primary workspace for the US President. The proposed changes by the Secret Service were likely intended