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Trump Dismantles East Wing for Controversial $300M Ballroom

10/28/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump has demolished the East Wing of the White House for a $300 million ballroom.
Satellite images confirm destruction of the historic site.
Tech and defense companies, including Apple and Lockheed Martin, fund the project.
Critics say Trump did not submit plans to the National Capital Planning Commission.
The National Trust for Historic Preservation calls for public review and labels the action a breach of federal law.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump has demolished the East Wing of the White House for a $300 million ballroom.
Satellite images confirm destruction of the historic site.
Tech and defense companies, including Apple and Lockheed Martin, fund the project.
Critics say Trump did not submit plans to the National Capital Planning Commission.
The National Trust for Historic Preservation calls for public review and labels the action a breach of federal law.