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Photos of the White House's East Wing, then and now

White House started tearing it down to build Trump’s $300 million ballroom

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Work continues on the largely demolished part of the East Wing of the White House, Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, in Washington, before construction of a new ballroom. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
Work continues on the largely demolished part of the East Wing of the White House, Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, in Washington, before construction of a new ballroom. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

WASHINGTON (AP) — These photos show archival images of the White House East Wing, which housed several offices, including those of the first lady. It was built in 1942.

On Monday, the White House started tearing it down to build President Donald Trump’s $300 million ballroom.

This is a photo gallery curated by AP and AFP photo editors.

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