East Wing demolition
Coverage of East Wing demolition in the Nexus archive.
- Jill Biden on life in, and after, the White House
Jill Biden's memoir 'View from the East Wing' discusses her time in the White House, including her husband's presidential legacy, challenges like the January 6 insurrection and a 2024 debate affecting his reelection bid, his prostate cancer diagnosis, the pardon of son Hunter Biden, and the demolition of the White House's East Wing by President Trump.
- Trump administration seizes on shooting to make case again for White House ballroom
The Trump administration argues a recent shooting near the White House validates the need for a new ballroom with enhanced security features. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche opposes a court order halting construction, citing safety concerns following two attacks this month. The project, funded by private donors according to Trump, faces opposition over costs and historical preservation.