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politics28 days ago•2 min saved

Trump's White House Ballroom Project Advances Amid Legal and Security Debates

The Trump administration argues in court that the White House ballroom construction must continue for national security reasons, despite a lawsuit seeking to halt the project for lack of reviews and approvals. The administration claims the project is still in planning stages, with work on the site ongoing, and asserts that the lawsuit is moot due to the demolition of the East Wing and the preliminary nature of future construction plans.

via The Guardian|

#ballroom-construction #lawsuit #national-security

politics29 days ago•6 min saved

White House Ballroom Construction Approved for Completion by 2028

A federal judge indicated he might allow the Trump administration to proceed with its controversial White House ballroom addition, giving the White House two weeks to submit detailed plans amid ongoing legal and security concerns, including lawsuits and questions about compliance with historic preservation laws.

via The Washington Post|

#ballroom-construction #federal-judge #legal-dispute

politics29 days ago•2 min saved

Trump Administration Defends White House Ballroom Construction as National Security

The Trump administration argues that construction of a new ballroom at the White House must continue due to security concerns, asserting that halting work would hinder Secret Service operations, despite a lawsuit from the National Trust for Historic Preservation seeking to pause the project for review. A court hearing is scheduled for Tuesday to address the dispute.

via Axios|

#ballroom-construction #legal-dispute #politics

politics29 days ago•4 min saved

Controversy Continues Over White House Ballroom Construction

The construction of a new $300 million ballroom at the White House is expected to be completed by summer 2028, just before President Trump leaves office. The project involves demolishing the East Wing, which has raised concerns about its impact on the historic grounds and architecture. Despite some environmental and historical concerns, the National Park Service concluded the project will have no significant adverse impact, though it will alter views and remove some trees and structures.

via CBS News|

#ballroom-construction #east-wing-demolition #environmental-assessment

politics2 months ago•6 min saved

Trump’s White House Ballroom: Funding, Impact, and Transformation

The White House revealed a list of 37 donors funding the over $300 million construction of a new ballroom, including major tech companies like Meta, Apple, and Google, defense contractors, and private family donors, with contributions directed through a nonprofit, emphasizing significant private support for the project without taxpayer funding.

via Fortune|

#ballroom-construction #donors #fundraising

politics2 months ago•3 min saved

White House East Wing Demolished Amid Controversy

The White House East Wing has been demolished to make way for a new $300 million ballroom, with the project privately funded and initially unapproved by planning authorities, sparking controversy and questions about transparency and approval processes.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#ballroom-construction #east-wing-demolition #politics

world2 months ago•2 min saved

White House East Wing Demolished for Trump's New Ballroom

The White House East Wing has been demolished to make way for a new $300 million ballroom, despite concerns from preservationists and pending approvals from relevant agencies, with President Trump funding the project privately.

via AP News|

#ballroom-construction #east-wing-demolition #historic-preservation

politics2 months ago•3 min saved

Trump defends White House ballroom expansion and demolition plans

President Trump defended the demolition of the White House East Wing, part of a $300 million project to build a large ballroom, despite criticism and concerns about the impact on the historic structure. The demolition is part of modernization efforts, with Trump claiming the project is privately funded and necessary for the White House's future use.

via Axios|

#ballroom-construction #east-wing-demolition #politics

politics5 months ago•8 min saved

Trump’s White House Renovations: From Flag Poles to a $200 Million Ballroom

President Trump has undertaken extensive renovations and additions to the White House, including flagpoles, a new ballroom, and interior decor inspired by his private clubs, aiming to leave a lasting legacy and enhance the building's grandeur, with costs largely covered by private donors.

via CNN|

#ballroom-construction #politics #presidential-architecture

government5 months ago•2 min saved

White House to Begin Construction of New Ballroom

The White House announced plans to build a new state-of-the-art ballroom, approximately 90,000 square feet with a capacity of 650, to host major events, replacing the current limited space, with construction beginning in September 2025 and funded by donations from President Trump and supporters.

via The White House (.gov)|

#architecture #ballroom-construction #government