Trump confirms they actually will be demolishing the entire East Wing and that it’ll cost $50 million more to do so.

The entire East Wing of the White House is being demolished, increasing costs by $50 million and contradicting earlier statements that construction would have little affect on the current building. The project, funded by donors and now estimated at $300 million, has raised concerns from The National Trust for Historic Preservation, urging a pause for review. Congressional approval and historic preservation protocols are typically required for such major renovations.