The Brief

Demolition started Monday. Here’s what to know about the renovation:

White House ballroom

What they're saying:

President Trump posted on Truth Social Monday evening to say ground had been broken on the ballroom construction.

"Completely separate from the White House itself, the East Wing is being fully modernized as part of this process, and will be more beautiful than ever when it is complete!" he wrote.

"For more than 150 years, every President has dreamt about having a Ballroom at the White House to accommodate people for grand parties, State Visits, etc. I am honored to be the first President to finally get this much-needed project underway — with zero cost to the American Taxpayer!" he continued.

By the numbers:

A 90,000-square-foot, glass-walled space is being added

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