He is doing improvements just like numerous other presidents have done. Except his is bigger, better, and cheaper.
But the pictures showing the construction are remarkably stupid.
My issue is that in July 2025, speaking to reporters, Trump said,
"The new White House ballroom won't interfere with the current building.” Demolishing the entire East Wing is much more than an interference. There may be good reason for the change in plans. But a prior explanation as to why this is necessary might have reduced the outrage people are expressing about it now.