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Bill Maher Shrugs Off Trump's East Wing Ballroom Plans

11/10/2025

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On November 8, 2025, Bill Maher discussed U.S. President Donald Trump’s remodeling of the East Wing into a ballroom on his show.
He expressed indifference toward the project.
He noted the ballroom is privately funded.
In a debate with Michael Steele (former RNC chair), Maher acknowledged that permits are needed.
He noted renovations occurred under Nixon and Obama.

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Story summary

On November 8, 2025, Bill Maher discussed U.S. President Donald Trump’s remodeling of the East Wing into a ballroom on his show.
He expressed indifference toward the project.
He noted the ballroom is privately funded.
In a debate with Michael Steele (former RNC chair), Maher acknowledged that permits are needed.
He noted renovations occurred under Nixon and Obama.