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Trump's Lavish Dinner Sparks Outrage Amid Government Shutdown

11/2/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump hosted a lavish White House dinner for nearly 130 wealthy donors on October 15, despite a government shutdown affecting millions of low-income Americans.
Critics compared the event to historic royal excesses, highlighting the contrast with the financial struggles of everyday citizens.
Polls show 28% of Americans support Trump's ballroom project, and many blame him and Republicans for the shutdown.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump hosted a lavish White House dinner for nearly 130 wealthy donors on October 15, despite a government shutdown affecting millions of low-income Americans.
Critics compared the event to historic royal excesses, highlighting the contrast with the financial struggles of everyday citizens.
Polls show 28% of Americans support Trump's ballroom project, and many blame him and Republicans for the shutdown.