Historic East Wing Demolition at White House Raises Alarms Over Accountability and Preservation

The recent, full demolition of the historic East Wing of the White House marks a troubling chapter in Washington's disregard for transparency and legal accountability. Under President Donald Trump’s directive, cranes have dismantled a structure standing since 1902 — without clear evidence that required public review processes were properly followed.The planned replacement is an expansive ballroom, boasting an enormous eight thousand square feet and designed to host up to 900 people, with a staggering price tag estimated at $300 million. While the project is said to be funded by private donors and the president himself, questions remain about the propriety...