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The Case of the White House Ballroom Stairs
A staircase in the White House ballroom has drawn attention for its controversial design. It has reappeared in planning discussions despite previous criticism. (sources: nytimes)
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The staircase, which some architects have criticized as unnecessary, was not approved by a planning commission but is now included in plans associated with Trump.
- The staircase was not approved by a planning commission.
- Architects have criticized the staircase as serving no purpose.
- The staircase has reappeared in planning discussions related to Trump.
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