Trump seeks to paint Eisenhower building

President Donald Trump's proposal to paint the historic Eisenhower Executive Office Building white is being reviewed by the National Capital Planning Commission.

The plan to cover the 19th-century granite landmark has sparked outrage among preservationists and architects.

Trump has described the building's current gray exterior as a 'really bad color' and believes a white coat will make it more 'awesome' and consistent with the White House.

Experts warn that painting the granite could trap moisture and cause irreversible damage to the stone's structure.

The commission's hearing on Thursday will be a critical test of the administration's ability to push through dramatic makeovers of national landmarks.