Applaud the National Trust for Defending the White House

The National Trust for Historic Preservation is standing up for the rule of law, public input, and the protection of America’s most important historic site. The organization has filed a lawsuit to halt Donald Trump’s unilateral demolition of the White House East Wing and construction of a massive ballroom — actions taken without required reviews, approvals, or public participation.

As the Trust made clear, no president is above the law. Major changes to the White House demand transparency, environmental review, congressional oversight, and a chance for the American people to weigh in. By bypassing all of these safeguards, Trump disregarded both historic preservation standards and democratic process.

This lawsuit is about more than one building project — it’s about protecting shared national heritage and affirming that the White House belongs to the public, not any one president. Add your name to applaud the National Trust for defending history, accountability, and the public’s right to be heard.