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The history of White House renovations

Work continues on a largely demolished part of the East Wing of the White House, Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, in Washington, before construction of a new ballroom.
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Work continues on a largely demolished part of the East Wing of the White House, Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, in Washington, before construction of a new ballroom.

The White House is referred to as the people’s house, and it has undergone major changes throughout its storied history.

The latest change involving the destruction of the East Wing to build a grand ballroom could be its most controversial.

This hour of All Sides looks at the history of White House renovations and why this latest change has caused such an uproar.

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