A southern magnolia tree rumored to have been planted by Andrew Jackson himself will soon be coming down. The tree is often seen in photos of the White House, and a new tree will be planted in its place. President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that the tree is unfortunately in “terrible condition” and poses a safety hazard, but the wood from the tree will be preserved and may be used for other purposes. A post from the National Park Service explains that, according to folklore, Jackson planted the tree to honor his late wife, Rachel, who died in 1829. However, the tree begins to appear in White House photos in the 1860s, which suggests it could have been planted later. (newser)
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