White House Ballroom Construction Started?
Confusion grows as the East Wing is demolished but the new ballroom isn’t rising yet.
Plans Finally Ready
Trump-appointed planning chief Will Scharf confirms the White House will send final plans for review in December.
East Wing Demolished Without Review
Overnight, the East Wing was gone leaving preservationists and former First Ladies outraged.
90,000 Sq. Ft. Addition Will Outsize
Experts warn Trump’s ballroom could “overwhelm” the 55,000 sq. ft. residence and permanently alter its iconic design.
So Has Construction Begun?
Despite excavators onsite, official construction on the new ballroom has not started.
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