What is Trump Building at White House?

What is building in front of White House?

the Eisenhower Executive Office Building
History. Next door to the White House, the Eisenhower Executive Office Building (EEOB) commands a unique position in both our national history and architectural heritage.

Is the White House protected?

Although most of the White House defenses function hidden from public view, the fence surrounding the entire premises offers impressive protection. Standing 2.1 meters (7 feet) tall over crash-resistant concrete footings, the wrought iron fence is topped with a series of barbs to prevent creepers.

Is a fence being built around the White House?

Various journalists have reported a fence being built around the White House in an effort to prevent protesters from demonstrating in front and directly surrounding the building. The fence was reportedly constructed on Tuesday night (June 2) around Lafayette Park and along 17th street at Pennsylvania Ave.

Why did the White House put up a fence around Lafayette Square?

The additional fencing did not have the same slightly sharper edges at the top as the fence blocking off the entrance to Lafayette Square, where the majority of the protests have taken place. It is unclear why the White House felt the need for additional fencing.

How high is Trump’s new anti-riot fence?

The new fortification—which a Secret Service source told Fox News is “standard anti-riot fencing and ranges from seven feet to more than nine feet high”—comes amid days of largely peaceful protests outside the White House.

Why is there a memorial wall outside the White House?

The fence outside the White House has been converted to a crowd-sourced memorial wall — almost like an art gallery — to black men and women who lost their lives at the hands of police. Hundreds are strolling, looking, adding names and paintings and posters. pic.twitter.com/mXlZpfMAeX