The U.S. Pentagon is reportedly close to approving a lease for an apartment in the Trump Tower in New York that would house the White House Military Office when President Trump visits the city. James MacStravic, a Defense Department official, reportedly said in the letter that the apartment is “privately owned” and the negotiations for the lease is between the Pentagon and owner only. "We are not aware of any means through which the President would personally benefit from a Government lease of this space," MacStravic said in the letter viewed by Reuters. The letter said these kinds of arrangements while supporting a president are not uncommon. The Reuters report pointed out that Democrats have expressed concerns about the Pentagon looking to lease inside the Trump Tower.

Source: Fox News May 06, 2017 04:07 UTC