Demolition on parts of the White House’s East Wing has begun in order to build Donald Trump’s new ballroom.

On Monday, builders were seen tearing down the facade of the building.

The US President , who insists the $250million (£186m) ballroom will be paid for by himself and donors, said in July it would not interfere with the existing landmark.

The East Wing was built at the beginning of the last century and was last modified in 1942.

Mr Trump said in July: "It will be beautiful. It won't interfere with the current building. It won't be - it will be near it, but not touching it. And pays total respect to the existing building, which I'm the biggest fan of. It's my favourite."

Mr Trump confirmed on Monday that ground had been broken on the project, despite lacking approval for cons

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