Presidential Emergency Operations Center
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Image:Presidential Emergency Operations Center.jpgThe Presidential Emergency Operations Center (PEOC)is a tube-like bunker structure that lies beneath the East Wing of the White House. Originally constructed for FDR during World War Two, it is presumed to be designed to withstand a nuclear blast, although in the event of an incoming ICBM, the President is more likely to be evacuated to safety by Marine One. It is not the same room as the White House Situation Room, which is under the West Wing. As the name implies, the area is not normally in use.
During the September 11, 2001 attacks, the Center was occupied by Dick Cheney, Lynne Cheney, Condoleezza Rice, Mary Matalin, Lewis "Scooter" Libby, Josh Bolten, Karen Hughes, Steve Hadley, and Secret Service agents.