The Northern Side Of The White House In Washington DC

Exterior view of the Northern side of the White House in Washington DC as seen from Lafayette Square park and Pennsylvania Avenue. The White House is the official residence and workplace of the president of the United States of America POTUS and has been the residence of every U.S. president since John Adams in 1800. The residence was designed by Irish-born architect James Hoban in the neoclassical architecture style. Outside of the the North side is a fountain in the lawn, the executive residence northern facade is with a columned portico. Secret Service police with cars and dogs are patrolling and guarding the building as many tourists visit the location daily. The American flag is flown at half-staff honoring the victims of the tragedy in Allen, Texas and respect for the victims of violence. Washington DC, USA on May 8, 2023 (Photo by Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto via Getty Images)