Summary
President Donald Trump plans to demolish part of the White House East Wing to build a ballroom. The project costs $250 million and is funded privately. Critics, including some historical organizations, are concerned about its impact on the historic site.
Key Facts
- President Trump is building a 90,000 square foot ballroom at the White House.
- The renovation will cost $250 million and is being funded by private donations.
- Critics are concerned that the size of the new ballroom will disrupt the White House's historical design.
- The National Trust for Historic Preservation expressed concerns and asked for a review of the project.
- The White House claims that the project does not require approval from the National Capital Planning Commission.
- Some critics, including former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, disagree with the changes to the historic building.
- Renovations to the White House have occurred before, but Trump's project is seen as one of the largest in decades.
