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Former First Lady Breaks Silence On Donald Trump’s Destruction Of White House East Wing Facade
As contractors started tearing down a portion of the White House’s East Wing to create room for a new ballroom that the president had ordered, the former first lady reprimanded them, sparking a wave of outrage throughout Washington.
In her scathing response to X, former First Lady Hillary Clinton criticized President Donald Trump’s choice as a disrespect for the White House’s historic significance and reminded Americans that the White House belongs to the people.
The direct post was made as the $250 million expansion proceeded, swiftly rising to prominence as one of the most contentious initiatives in contemporary presidential history.
Shocking Scene at the Nation’s Most Iconic Residence
Photos show heavy machinery crashing through the portion of the presidential residence’s east wall, despite Trump’s earlier claims that the ancient building would not be impacted by the renovation.
Even while security fence obscured the majority of the construction from view, the Washington Post also claimed that the sound of destruction reverberated across the White House property. As construction began, a few bystanders, including Secret Service agents, were spotted close to the Treasury Department stairs.
Trump Boasts of His Beautiful Ballroom Plans
On Monday, October 20, 2025, the president celebrated the milestone by posting on his Truth Social, “I am pleased to announce that ground has been broken on the White House grounds to build the new, big, beautiful White House Ballroom.”
Trump maintained that the ballroom is a renovation of the old house in his post from October 20. He claimed that it would improve the building’s appearance and that previous presidents had long envisioned such a building, but only he had the foresight and will to make it a reality. Trump said that taxpayer funds were not used to fund the project, stating:
“The White House Ballroom is being privately funded by many generous Patriots, Great American Companies, and, yours truly. This Ballroom will be happily used for Generations to come! President DJT.”
Trump’s Fury over Time Magazine Cover
The president is featured in other headlines besides the ballroom commotion. Additionally, Netanyahu blasted Time Magazine for a positive article that highlighted his involvement in mediating a ceasefire in Gaza on October 13.
Trump criticized the cover photo, saying, “Time Magazine wrote a relatively good story about me, but the picture may be the Worst of All Time,” despite the article’s praise for him. He said in the same social media post that the picture made him appear unnatural by distorting his looks and giving the impression that his hair had been altered.
Trump questioned the image’s purpose and blasted the low angle of the cover photo, calling it unattractive and badly done.
Trump’s Disappearance and Rumors of His Death
Trump’s scathing remarks follow weeks after he made news for something else: his strange disappearance from the public spotlight, which led to strange internet claims that he had passed away.
The first time the president was seen was at 8:45 a.m. on August 30, 2025. Wearing his trademark red “Make America Great Again” hat, smart black slacks, and a white polo shirt, he reappeared in the public eye.
His grandson, Spencer Frederick Trump, and adolescent granddaughter, Kai Trump, were by his side. The three of them were led into a waiting car that was taking them to Sterling, Virginia, where his favorite golf club was located.
When the White House published a blank Labor Day weekend calendar with no public activities listed, rumors about Trump’s health began to circulate. Following the president’s last appearance at a Cabinet meeting, various internet users conjectured about his health.
Since Trump stepped back into public view, one netizen noted, “Our last president wasn’t seen often for days at a time [sic]; why jump to conclusions after a few days?”
Others were less forgiving, as one mocked, “It’s his clone lol,” while a second alleged, “Dude, that clearly isn’t even him!” A third couldn’t resist ridiculing Trump’s famously branded wardrobe, writing, “Does he own clothes that DON’T have his name in them??”
Vice President J.D. Vance addressed his own willingness to lead if necessary while publicly defending Trump’s health amid the ongoing social media rumors. In an August 27 interview with USA TODAY, Vance spoke up for his troubled commander-in-chief while addressing the nagging question: What if disaster strikes?
“The president is in incredibly good health. He’s got incredible energy,” Vance said. The vice president added that Trump often ends his days and begins his mornings with phone calls, keeping an active schedule that outpaces many of his younger staffers.
Vance acknowledged the unavoidable worries that accompany aging, even if he insisted that the president is perfectly capable of leading. He briefly addressed the unsaid fears regarding the president’s duration in office.
Vance voiced confidence in Donald Trump’s leadership and health despite his worries about his advanced age, saying he thought the president will effectively serve out his term and keep fulfilling his commitments to the country.
As the East Wing continues to be renovated and the new ballroom is being built, there is increasing discussion about how to strike a balance between modernization and preservation.
According to Clinton, the problem transcends taste or beauty. It focuses on honoring a historic structure that has served as a symbol of the American people for over 200 years while also raising concerns about the choice to drastically alter it.
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