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President Trump Backs Historic, Bipartisan Criminal Justice Reform

“Through our efforts to break the cycle of crime and reduce recidivism, we can assist more people to contribute to our society rather than be a burden to our great country,” write Jared Kushner and Tomas Philipson in USA Today.

Read their op-ed: https://t.co/dcFrhJfyCX

History of The White House

Our first president, George Washington, selected the site for the White House in 1791. Every president since John Adams has occupied the White House, and the history of this building extends far beyond the construction of its walls.