Demolition of the East Wing of the White House continues where U.S. President Donald Trump's proposed ballroom will be built, in Washington, D.C. on Oct. 23, 2025. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque
The Trump administration is again under fire for targeting historic Washington, D.C. landmarks, this time seeking emergency approval to demolish 13 buildings at the St. Elizabeths federal campus, according to The Washington Post. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem cited vague security risks to justify the fast-tracked move, but preservation groups called the claim “problematic,” arguing it bypasses required safeguards and exposes failures in DHS security. The push comes shortly after the demolition of the White House’s historic East Wing, fueling criticism that the administration is showing open contempt for preservation laws and norms.
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Trump admin moves to fast-track demolition of 13 historic D.C. buildings
