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Here’s why Trump has removed iconic Oval Office desk used by Obama, Biden

President Donald Trump confirmed the removal of the Resolute Desk from the Oval Office for refurbishment after Elon Musk's son X was seen wiping his nose on it during a live event while Trump took questions from reporters.
The Resolute Desk will be temporarily replaced by the C&O desk, which was used by former President George H.W. Bush.
Trump announced the change on Truth Social, stating, 'This is a beautiful, but temporary replacement!' while explaining the desk would be lightly refinished.
The Resolute Desk is known for being built from the remains of the British Arctic exploration vessel HMS Resolute, gifted to President Rutherford B. Hayes.

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New York Post

Trump swaps out Resolute Desk in the Oval Office days after Elon Musk’s son X appeared to wipe booger on it

President Trump ordered the iconic Resolute Desk removed from the Oval Office for refurbishment after Elon Musk's 4-year-old son, X, appeared to pick his nose and rub the desk on live TV last week.

1 day ago·New York, United States

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Staten Island Advance

Here’s why Trump has removed iconic Oval Office desk used by Obama, Biden

President Donald Trump is doing a little sprucing up in the White House. That’s why the iconic Resolute Desk has been temporarily removed from the Oval Office.

2 days ago·Richmond County, United States

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Washington Examiner

Trump orders refinish of the Resolute Desk, brings in Bush-era backup

President Donald Trump is overhauling the federal government in ways big and small, including a refresh of his desk at the White House. Trump has ordered work done on the Resolute Desk, which has been used by presidents beginning with…

2 days ago·Washington, United States

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