Swimming pools, basketball courts: How past presidents have left their mark on the White House

Presidential Marks on the White House

The White House, known as the People's House, has been the temporary home of 45 past presidents, each leaving their unique mark on the historic building.

President Donald Trump has been remaking the White House since moving in, including a controversial plan to add a ballroom, which began with demolition on the East Wing.

Trump is not the first president to make changes, as past presidents have also left their mark, including adding swimming pools and basketball courts.

The White House is known as the People's House for its place as the seat of American democracy.

Author's summary: Presidents have uniquely modified the White House.

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