Demolition crews have begun tearing down a portion of the East Wing facade of the White House to construct a new ballroom. President Trump announced this project, stating it would fulfill a long-held presidential dream of having a ballroom for grand events and would be privately funded by "generous Patriots" and "Great American Companies," with no cost to taxpayers.
This demolition proceeds despite a lack of approval from the National Capital Planning Commission, which oversees federal building projects. Trump claimed the East Wing, which houses the First Lady's office and is connected to the Executive Residence, is separate from the main White House. This statement is partially inaccurate as the East Wing is connected to the main building.
The Trump administration has not disclosed the names of the private donors funding the ballroom. This ballroom project is the second major renovati... download the app to read more
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