Trump AdministrationYour Guide to Melania Trump’s Rose Garden RenovationsSavePrintU.S. first lady Melania Trump walks along the colonnade on her way to speak in the Rose Garden of the White House May 7, 2018 in Washington, DC. Win McNamee/Getty ImagesWire Service8/2/2020|Updated: 8/3/2020On July 27, First Lady Melania Trump’s office released a statement announcing a massive renovation of the iconic White House Rose Garden.Construction has already begun on the space, seen by many as the most recognizable and important outdoor arena in American politics.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.