Former US President Donald Trump launched a blistering attack on Barack Obama after Obama reportedly mocked Trump's White House décor, comparing it to "Saddam Hussein opening a Cheesecake Factory." Speaking to reporters while travelling to a rally in Mississippi ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, Trump strongly defended the renovations and appearance of the White House. "The White House is a symbol of America," Trump said, arguing that the historic building must be maintained and preserved. He then turned his criticism directly toward Obama, saying the remark showed why Obama was a "lousy president."