On Monday, October 20, 2025, workers commenced the demolition of the East Wing at the White House in Washington, D.C. This initiative is part of an ambitious project under President Trump’s administration, which aims to construct a new ballroom with a projected expenditure of $250 million.
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Construction crews were seen dismantling the facade of the East Wing on October 21, 2025, as part of President Donald Trump’s plan to establish a lavish ballroom. This significant development on the eastern side of the White House is anticipated to cost around $250 million.
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The facade of the East Wing of the White House is demolished by work crews on Oct. 20, 2025, in Washington, DC.
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People walk past as work crews demolish the facade of the East Wing of the White House on Oct. 20, 2025, in Washington, DC.
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The facade of the East Wing of the White House is demolished by work crews on Oct. 20, 2025, in Washington, DC.
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Workers demolish the facade of the East Wing of the White House on Oct. 20, 2025, in Washington, DC.
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Workers demolish the facade of the East Wing of the White House on Oct. 20, 2025, in Washington, DC.
