The Magnolia tree at the White House. (x/@ajplus)
A 200-year-old magnolia tree will be removed from the White House, the home of the US President. President Donald Trump said the ground would be removed due to the worsening situation. Located near the curved portico on the southern side of the White House, the South Magnolia is a landmark often seen during ceremonial visits and the departures of presidents aboard Marine One.
The magnolia tree was planted in the White House during President Andrew Jackson's tenure (1830). This tree has been the attraction of the White House garden for years due to its beauty and historical significance. The tree, especially known for its beautiful white and pink flowers, had become a mark in American politics and history. Many important events and meetings were held under this tree, and it had also become a cultural symbol. "The bad news is that everything must be gone and this tree is in very bad condition, a very dangerous security threat at the entrance to the White House and must be removed now," Trump said on Truth Social. Trump also mentioned that the wood of the tree can be used for other purposes. The tree was extensively trimmed in 2017 during Trump's first term. In addition, it was also damaged by debris falling on trees due to a Cessna plane crash on the South Lawn in 1994. The decision to remove the tree was made due to security concerns as the tree is in poor structural condition, and is posing a threat to the overcrowded entrance to the White House.
Although this tree was important from a historical point of view, as time passed, its roots began to spread and the branches of the tree began to reach near the White House building. Due to this, there was a danger of damage to the structure of the building. According to experts from the White House Horticulture Department, the roots under the tree could have weakened the foundation of the building, causing damage to the walls and concrete. In addition, the risk of tree fall was also increasing, which could have led to an emergency. Keeping these potential threats in mind, the Trump administration decided that the magnolia tree would be removed. The horticulture department has chalked out a detailed plan to remove the tree safely, to ensure its safety and avoid any kind of damage. The administration also announced that a new sapling will be planted in place of the tree soon, which will maintain the beauty of the White House garden in the future.
The White House Horticulture Department has assured that after the tree is removed, a new tree will be planted in its place. This new plant will be a tree that will not only be significant from a historical and cultural point of view, but it will also give new energy and beauty to the White House garden. Department officials have said that the selection process of the new plant will be done meticulously so that it can fit into the White House garden and enhance the visual beauty of the garden. Apart from this, the Trump administration has also said that there will be no compromise in the care of the tree. The Department of Horticulture aims to make the White House garden beautiful and safe, so that it remains an attraction for American citizens and visitors.
The White House's decision to remove the famous magnolia tree has come as a big shock to some. Many Americans and historians considered this tree to be an integral part of White House history and identity. Many people are saddened by the removal of the tree, as this tree was a witness to many important historical events. However, the White House administration has made it clear that the decision to remove the tree was taken only for security reasons. The decision was necessary for the structural strength and security of the White House. The Department of Horticulture also said that many new plants will be planted in the future to keep the White House garden even more beautiful and protected.
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