The White House Situation Room Through the Years

The Situation Room, White House
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A secure, soundproof telephone cabin, known as a "Superman tube" is seen in the White House Situation Room complex in the basement of the West Wing of the White House, May 18, 2007. The complex went through a major renovation in 2007 — both the size of the suite was enhanced as well as the technological capabilities.

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