New plaques have appeared under the portraits of former US presidents at the White House.

Unlike Donald Trump's previous statements about his predecessors, which have been delivered through speeches, interviews and social media posts, these plaques - installed outside the West Wing - represent a more permanent attempt to shape the long-term view of past presidents.

The text includes a series of claims and criticisms about past leaders, including Donald Trump's immediate predecessors Joe Biden and Barack Obama.

The descriptions also underscore Trump's willingness to get involved in details especially when it comes to how he and his political opponents are portrayed.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the plaques "are eloquently written descriptions of each president and the legacy they left behind".