President Donald Trump is upgrading the White House’s exclusive two-lane bowling alley.
On Monday, Aug. 31, Politico announced that contractor Charles Mann Enterprises was awarded over $250,000 by the General Services Administration (GSA) with support from Trump’s Executive Office.
Nearly $250,000 will be used for lighting work on the two-lane Harry S. Truman Bowling Alley, the outlet reported, citing public contract awards. An additional $8,800 will be used for escort services related to the project, which involves accompanying outside workers through secure areas.
According to Politico, Charles Mann Enterprises—a Washington-based construction management company founded by former NFL player Charles Mann—was awarded a separate $878,000 contract for an Eisenhower Executive Office Building (EEOB) basement studio project on Aug. 18.
While the bowling alley is in the EEOB basement, it is currently unclear whether this fund relates to that project, as the award listing provided no further information.
The bowling alley has remained a favorite spot for presidents of both parties since President Harry S. Truman opened it in 1947. Relocated from the West Wing to the EEOB in 1955, the exclusive venue is reserved for White House aides and their guests.
Trump Admin Drops $250K for New Lighting in the Ultra-Exclusive White House Bowling Alley
