1. United States
2. S.C.
3. Letter

I am writing as a proud American and constituent to express my outrage and heartbreak over the demolition of the East Wing of the White House. This act is more than a construction project—it is a desecration of a national treasure and an affront to the patriotic duty we all share to protect the symbols of our country’s history and unity. The White House is not the possession of any one administration; it is the People’s House—a living monument to the ideals of democracy and public service. The East Wing, dating to the early 20th century, has stood as a space where millions of citizens have entered to tour, learn, and connect with their government. It has also been home to generations of First Ladies and staff who advanced civic engagement, military family initiatives, and community service. Its destruction erases an irreplaceable chapter of American history. Equally troubling is that the demolition appears to have proceeded without full transparency or appropriate public review. Historic preservation laws and oversight bodies exist to protect precisely this kind of cultural and architectural heritage. Circumventing those channels betrays not only process, but principle. Patriotism is not found in vanity projects or unchecked authority—it is found in humility, stewardship, and respect for the institutions that bind us together. This moment demands accountability. I urge you to call for a full investigation into how the demolition was approved, what legal and preservation requirements were bypassed, and what measures will prevent such overreach in the future. Our representatives must defend the integrity of the People’s House and ensure that no administration—Republican or Democrat—treats it as personal property. Protecting the White House is not a partisan cause; it is a patriotic one. I implore you to act swiftly to restore public trust and to honor the heritage that generations of Americans have built together.