White House East Wing demolition
Trump's Son Clashes with Chelsea Clinton Over White House East Wing Demolition
Oct 25, 2025 05:43 pm CST
Donald Trump Jr. and Chelsea Clinton engage in a heated public exchange after the demolition of the White House East Wing to make way for a $300 million ballroom. The dispute highlights tensions over presidential authority, historical preservation, and past controversies involving both families, with Clinton arguing the changes disrespect American heritage while Trump Jr. references allegations about the Clintons taking White House items when leaving office.
Trump's Controversial White House East Wing Demolition: Historic Structure Razed for $300 Million Ballroom Project
Oct 24, 2025 06:10 pm CST
President Trump has demolished the historic East Wing of the White House to make way for a $300 million ballroom project, sparking controversy among preservationists. Satellite images confirm the complete removal of the structure where first ladies worked since Eleanor Roosevelt's era, raising questions about proper approval processes and the impact on the White House's classical design integrity. Trump claims the privately-funded ballroom has been desired by presidents for years and will enhance the "People's House" for generations to come.