The White House

The White House, located in Washington, D.C., is the official residence and principal workplace of the President of the United States. It serves as the center of executive power, overseeing the executive branch and implementing the President's agenda. The White House communicates information about the Administration, its priorities, and actions to the public. The complex includes the executive residence, west wing, east wing, the Eisenhower executive office building, and Blair House, a guest residence. The executive residence spans six stories, including a two-story basement. The term "White House" is often used as a metonym for the Executive Office of the President and the president's administration. The property is a National Heritage Site owned by the National Park Service and is part of the President's Park.