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7. I had the same thought.

Sat Nov 15, 2025, 09:36 PM

Nov 15

He was getting back at Melania for some imagined or real grievance.

And telling her she has no power.
Not even an office.

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Did Trump tear down the East Wing because of Melania? [View all] kentuck Nov 15 OP

I give you credence in your theory. no_hypocrisy Nov 15 #1

As good an explanation as any, imho. OAITW r.2.0 Nov 15 #2

I expect so. It also gives her cover for not being around mzmolly Nov 15 #4

I wonder about that too Raine Nov 15 #5

The East Room is not part of the (former) East Wing. Wiz Imp Nov 15 #6

I had the same thought. Irish_Dem Nov 15 #7

He's trying to be a good husband Red Mountain Nov 15 #8

He did it right after No Kings leftstreet Nov 15 #9

He'd treat her like any other prostitute, I suppose. Stacey Grove Nov 16 #11