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John1956PA

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5. The East Colonnade was more historic than the East Wing.

Reply to UpInArms (Original post)

Sat Nov 1, 2025, 10:48 AM

Nov 1

The East Colonnade was constructed in 1903 during the administration of President Theodore Roosevelt.

There was no need to demolish the East Colonnade. It could have been used as an access to whatever ballroom (if any) will be constructed. Trump demolished the East Colonnade out of pettiness and contempt.

As an aside, I do not think a ballroom will be built. I think the expanse lying to the east of the White House will be used as a military fortification or staging area.

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Poll: Do you support the recent demolition of the White House's East Wing for a new ballroom? [View all] UpInArms Nov 1 OP

Guys, the No %age is almost winning! C'mon and VOTE! raging moderate Nov 1 #1

Not just "no" but Mme. Defarge Nov 1 #2

No 3auld6phart Nov 1 #3

Almost half Delarage Nov 1 #4

The East Colonnade was more historic than the East Wing. John1956PA Nov 1 #5