On Tuesday, February 7, 2017, The Washington Post published an article titled "Department of Defense looks to rent space in Trump Tower". While Donald Trump is now living in the White House, Melania Trump and their son, Barron, are currently residing in the Trump Tower. Department of Defense is seeking a limited amount of leased space, in the building, to provide protection and support for the president and his family. A leasing agent has appraised a floor in the Tower for around $1.5 million a year.
This article is worth a read, as it raises ethical concerns- a deal that could potentially benefit the president's business interests from taxpayers dollars. Protecting the president is certainly a top priority; however, providing convenience of his lush penthouse, at the cost of citizens is at question.
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