Uncovering the Costly Demolition of the White House East Wing Under Trump’s Renovation

As satellite images reveal the dramatic demolition of the White House East Wing this October 2025, it forces us to ask: is this grandiose rebuilding effort in America's iconic residence a prudent use of resources? President Donald Trump’s decision to move forward with constructing an extravagant new ballroom at the heart of our nation’s executive mansion comes at a time when Americans are facing serious economic and security challenges.Is This Symbolic Project Distracting from Real National Priorities?The Planet Labs PBC satellite photos show a stark transformation—the East Wing intact on September 26, then mostly demolished by October 23. While renovation...