Court Orders Halt to Trump’s 0M White House Ballroom Project

Court Orders Halt to Trump’s $400M White House Ballroom Project

POLICY WIRE — Washington, D.C. — A federal court has ruled that former President Donald Trump must halt construction of a proposed $400 million ballroom at the White House. The court determined that...

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August 7, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Washington, D.C. — A federal court has ruled that former President Donald Trump must halt construction of a proposed $400 million ballroom at the White House. The court determined that the project requires congressional approval, which hasn’t been obtained.

The ruling, which takes effect in two weeks, allows Trump the opportunity to appeal the decision to the Supreme Court. The construction project, aimed at adding a grand ballroom to the White House, has faced significant opposition from various groups, including historic preservation advocates and congressional members.

The decision comes amid ongoing legal battles involving the Trump administration — and its various initiatives. The former president has previously indicated his intention to challenge unfavorable rulings, often taking them to higher courts.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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