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President pressing on ballroom project
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· August 15, 2026
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Key takeaway The project in question is a ballroom with a price tag of $400 million.
A recent development in Washington involves a construction project at the White House. The project in question is a ballroom with a price tag of $400 million. An appeals court previously ruled that the necessary approval from Congress was lacking for this project.
Despite this, the administration of President Donald Trump is moving forward. S. Supreme Court to intervene, seeking permission to continue construction.
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Published: August 15, 2026 ·
Source: Waco Tribune-Herald ·
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