- The East Wing was demolished on Oct. 20 to make way for the construction of the ballroom, described by Trump as a 'gift to the United States of America'.
- A photo highlights the renovation scale at the White House, showing multiple projects underway, including a UFC Octagon on the South Lawn and Trump's $400 million ballroom on the former East Wing site.
- Trump's ballroom will serve as a shield for a six-story complex containing a military hospital, meeting rooms, and top-secret research facilities.
- The ballroom will have an impenetrable steel roof designed to accommodate a fleet of drones.
- Trump stated that the roof is drone-proof, and if a drone hits it, it would bounce off without impact.
President Donald Trump is reshaping the White House with ambitious renovations, including a $400 million ballroom. This structure serves as a shield for a six-story complex featuring a military hospital, meeting rooms, and classified research facilities.234
The ballroom is reportedly built with a hardened roof made of “impenetrable steel”, capable of withstanding drone impacts. Trump stated, “Not only is it drone-proof, if a drone hits it, it bounces off, it won’t have any impact, but it’s also meant as a drone port that would protect all of Washington.”56
In addition to the ballroom, the president has authorized the construction of a UFC Octagon on the South Lawn, complementing the extensive makeover of the White House. The East Wing, which previously housed the first lady's office, was demolished on October 20 to make way for these grand plans.
The series of renovations signals a significant transformation at the historic residence, unearthing layers of security and modern facilities designed to support presidential operations in a new era.
“Trump is advancing multiple renovations at the White House, highlighted by a $400 million ballroom designed to protect underground military facilities. The East Wing was demolished on Oct. 20 to support these expansive construction projects.”
The Daily Beast