Former President Donald Trump expressed his desire to ensure that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other visiting world leaders do not witness the less appealing aspects of Washington D.C., such as tents, graffiti, and potholes near federal buildings. He emphasized that he wanted the city to present a polished image, stating, "I didn’t want them to see tents, graffiti, or damaged barriers. I wanted the roads to look beautiful, and we made sure they did."