Summary
President Donald Trump has started the construction of a new ballroom at the White House by demolishing part of the East Wing. The project has sparked a debate over whether it is a valuable public service or a vanity project that affects America's national heritage.
Key Facts
- President Trump ordered the demolition of the East Wing of the White House to build a new ballroom.
- The purpose of the ballroom is to host large groups of guests, including foreign dignitaries.
- The project is funded by private donations and not by public money.
- Opinions differ on whether the project is beneficial or damaging to national heritage.
- Some argue that similar renovations have historical precedents.
- Critics are concerned about the extravagant cost and potential impact on the White House's historical significance.
