Trump Orders Removal of Historic Magnolia Tree Planted by Andrew Jackson at the White House

President Donald Trump has announced plans to remove a historic magnolia tree standing in the White House grounds, originally planted by President Andrew Jackson, who served from 1829 to 1837. In a post on Truth Social, Trump stated he is collaborating with ‘the fantastic people at the National Park Service’ for ‘massive improvements to the White House while preserving and protecting its history!’ One intriguing dilemma involves a tree planted years ago by the legendary President and General, Andrew Jackson. It’s the Magnolia, brought from his home, The Hermitage, in Tennessee. However, this tree is now in terrible condition, posing a significant security risk at the White House entrance and must be removed soon. The historic tree will be cut down in the coming days and replaced with ‘another, very beautiful tree.’ Trump added that the historic wood would be preserved by White House staff for other noble purposes. Jackson reportedly planted two magnolias near the White House in memory of his wife, Rachel, who died in 1828. However, according to the National Park Service (NPS), the connection between these trees and Jackson is debated. Historical photographic evidence shows the magnolias first appeared near the South Portico in the 1860s, though they are attributed to President Jackson. In 2006, the trees were designated as ‘Witness Trees,’ having witnessed many significant historical and cultural events. Reactions to Trump’s announcement have been mixed on social media, with supporters largely backing the decision. A professional arborist commented, ‘These magnolia trees have exceptionally soft wood that can dry out and become brittle with age. I wouldn’t go anywhere near such a thing.’ Critics accused Trump of attempting to rewrite history.