The Jackson Magnolia that’s been in place behind the White House since the 1800s will be cut down, according to a report.
The historic magnolia extends from the ground floor of the White House and past the second-level executive residence. But first lady Melania Trump decided the tree should be removed after reviewing historical documents and professional information that indicated its structure is “greatly compromised,” a White House official told CNN.
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