Harris will enter the Naval Observatory next week

Vice President Harris and Second Gentleman Doug EmhoffDoug Emhoff The Hill’s Morning Report – GOP pounces on Biden’s infrastructure plan The Hill’s Morning Report – Biden seeks expanded government, tax hikes Biden seeks to learn from Obama’s mistakes MORE will finally visit the Naval Observatory next week after waiting for repairs to the traditional residence of the Vice President.

“The move was initially delayed to allow for home repairs that are easier to do with the house unoccupied,” Harris spokesperson Symone sandersSymone SandersSunday Shows Sneak Peek: CDC School Reopening Guidelines Stir Up Debate; Texas tackles winter freeze White House says teacher vaccination not required for schools to reopen CNN’s John Berman berates White House aide on reopening schools: ‘No a trick question ” LEARN MORE in a report. “The repairs included maintaining the HVAC system, replacing the chimney liners and restoring some hardwood floors.”

Harris and Emhoff have lived at Blair House for two months since they were sworn in. The building, also known as the “President’s Guest House,” is located across from the White House and Eisenhower’s Executive Office building and is typically used to accommodate visiting dignitaries.

The Naval Observatory Field Residence was built in 1893 and was designated as the Vice President’s Residence by Congress in 1974. Crews began repairing the residence afterwards. Mike penceMichael (Mike) Richard PenceOn The Money: IRS Says Federal Recipients Must Get Relief Checks Starting April 7 | Democrats have a growing SALT problem | Consumer confidence peaks since pandemic began Marc Short among leaders of GOP campaign against Biden tax increases: reports that “ SNL ” mocks Biden’s trip down the stairs ” Air Force One PLUS moved the day of the inauguration.

Washington, DC, police arrested a man last month for allegedly carrying a gun and possessing unregistered ammunition near the Naval Observatory, although Harris is not there due to ongoing construction.

Harris became the first woman of color to serve as vice president when she was sworn in earlier this year, and Emhoff is the first person to take on the role of second gentleman.

The two are visiting their home in California for Easter this weekend.