Trump’s wrecking crew starts East Wing demolition for White House ballroom: ‘More damage than the British did in 1814’
White House tears down parts of East Wing for new ballroom
- Demolition crews began tearing down parts of the White House East Wing facade on Monday to make way for a new ballroom.
- President Trump confirmed the work, stating the $250 million ballroom would be “a lot of fun” and has been desired for 150 years.
- The project, designed to seat 650 people, is reportedly fully financed by donations from various companies, including Apple and Amazon.
- The demolition has drawn criticism, with some commentators comparing the damage to the White House to the 1814 burning by British troops.
- The head of the National Capital Planning Commission stated that the demolition work falls outside the board's jurisdiction and does not require their approval.