"It's an emotional time," said Anita McBride, who served as chief of staff to Laura Bush, including during the 2009 handoff to the Obamas. Trump, who is a fast-food aficionado, is known to prefer not only Doritos but also Lays potato chips.Melania, the incoming First Lady had met this month with the usher and curator in the White House. They compiled briefing books for the incoming first family with color photographs and architectural drawings of all the rooms in the residence, including what furniture and artwork are available.However preparing the White House does not always go seamlessly. Bill and Hillary Clinton had to return nearly $50,000 worth of gifts they took with them when they left the White House in 2001. These were eventually determined to be the property of the National Park Service, which oversees the White House.

Source: Economic Times January 20, 2017 17:41 UTC