VideoThe White House reopened to public tours on Tuesday for the first time since the inauguration, and President Trump celebrated by popping out from behind a wooden screen to surprise a group of schoolchildren. He personally greeted a fifth grader from Birmingham, Ala.Thousands of people visit the White House each year. Pool reporters were present at the time, but were told they could not ask President Trump any questions. Tours are typically self-guided and take about 45 minutes, according to the White House Visitors Office. Requests can be submitted up to three months in advance, but no less than 21 days ahead of time, according to the White House.

Source: New York Times March 07, 2017 18:07 UTC