The construction of a new $300 million ballroom at the White House is expected to be completed by summer 2028, just before President Trump leaves office. The project involves demolishing the East Wing, which has raised concerns about its impact on the historic grounds and architecture. Despite some environmental and historical concerns, the National Park Service concluded the project will have no significant adverse impact, though it will alter views and remove some trees and structures.
President Trump showcased the renovated Lincoln Bathroom in the White House, now featuring marble and gold accents, as part of ongoing renovations including the demolition of the East Wing for a new ballroom, amid controversy over funding and public opinion.
President Trump showcased a renovated Lincoln Bathroom in the White House, now entirely in marble, criticizing the previous art deco style and the recent East Wing demolition for his new ballroom, amid mixed public opinion.
Critics are raising concerns about whether proper safety and environmental regulations, especially regarding asbestos removal, were followed during the White House East Wing demolition, with questions about potential health risks and regulatory oversight.
The demolition of the White House East Wing, initiated by President Trump to expand and modernize the building, has sparked public interest and historical reflection, with the White House Historical Association documenting the process and noting increased engagement with White House history.
Debris from the White House East Wing demolition is being transported to a scrap yard in Maryland for recycling, with some materials like soil sent to nurseries or parks, while historical components are preserved for future use.
Satellite images reveal the complete demolition of the White House East Wing to make way for a new ballroom as part of Donald Trump's renovation plans, while in Mali, Russian paramilitary forces are actively fighting Islamist insurgents, with around 2,500 mercenaries now deployed in the country.
The White House East Wing has been demolished to make way for a new $300 million ballroom, with the project privately funded and initially unapproved by planning authorities, sparking controversy and questions about transparency and approval processes.
The White House East Wing has been demolished to make way for a new $300 million ballroom, despite concerns from preservationists and pending approvals from relevant agencies, with President Trump funding the project privately.
President Trump defended the demolition of the White House East Wing, part of a $300 million project to build a large ballroom, despite criticism and concerns about the impact on the historic structure. The demolition is part of modernization efforts, with Trump claiming the project is privately funded and necessary for the White House's future use.
The White House is demolishing the entire East Wing to build a $250 million ballroom, a project that involves extensive modernization and has sparked criticism from preservation groups and political figures, with concerns over historical preservation and transparency.
A historic preservation group has urged the Trump administration to pause the demolition of the White House East Wing, which is underway to make room for a new ballroom, citing concerns over the impact on the building's historic integrity and lack of public review. Despite these concerns, the project continues, with supporters emphasizing it as a necessary improvement to the White House.
