White House East Wing Demolition and Ballroom Construction

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President Donald Trump's administration is demolishing the historic Roosevelt-era East Wing of the White House to build a massive new ballroom. The demolition has been controversial, with first lady Melania Trump reportedly raising private concerns and distancing herself from the project. The administration has not yet submitted plans for the ballroom to the National Capital Planning Commission, which oversees federal building construction. The National Trust for Historic Preservation has urged a pause in demolition until plans are reviewed, citing concerns about the scale and impact on the White House's classical design.