President Donald Trump has unveiled a new gold-script sign reading 'The West Wing' at the White House, the latest addition to ongoing renovations of the presidential complex. Meanwhile, workers have draped a custom-printed tarp over the North Portico’s columns to conceal scaffolding during restoration work.
The tarp, which mimics the appearance of the columns, was installed on Thursday, July 9, 2026, as part of efforts to repair the stone columns. A White House official described the work as 'standard restoration.' The gold-lettered 'West Wing' sign, posted by Trump on Truth Social, features Shelley Script, a typeface previously used for other White House signage, including 'The Oval Office' and the 'Presidential Walk of Fame.'
The North Portico renovation follows Trump’s Memorial Day inspection of the Greek-style Ionic columns. The tarp, designed to blend seamlessly with the architecture, has drawn attention for its photorealistic rendering. The West Wing sign is part of a broader effort to introduce consistent gold lettering and decorative branding across parts of the White House grounds.