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White House Suspends Tours for New $200M Ballroom

8/22/2025

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The White House has suspended public tours due to the construction of a 90,000-square-foot ballroom, starting September 1, 2025.
There is no timeline for resuming tours; lawmakers advise constituents to await further updates.
The $200 million project, funded by private donations, will accommodate 650 guests.

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Story summary

The White House has suspended public tours due to the construction of a 90,000-square-foot ballroom, starting September 1, 2025.
There is no timeline for resuming tours; lawmakers advise constituents to await further updates.
The $200 million project, funded by private donations, will accommodate 650 guests.