A demolition job that began Monday with the disappearance of the White House’s eastern entrance advanced Tuesday with the destruction of much of the East Wing, according to a photograph obtained by The Washington Post and two people who spoke on the condition of anonymity to describe the scene.
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The comments on the article about the White House's decision to demolish parts of the East Wing for a new ballroom are largely critical. Many express outrage, viewing the construction as a metaphor for President Trump's broader impact on the country, with some describing it as a... Show more
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