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Trump's $300M Ballroom Project Sparks Controversy and Legislation

1/14/2026

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Corporations, including Microsoft and Amazon, disclosed details about donations to U.S. President Donald Trump’s White House ballroom project, privately funded at about $300 million.
Microsoft confirmed its support, saying the project aims to modernize the historic residence.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Rep. Robert Garcia introduced the Stop Ballroom Bribery Act to limit private donations.
Trump has led renovation efforts at the White House during his second term.

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Corporations, including Microsoft and Amazon, disclosed details about donations to U.S. President Donald Trump’s White House ballroom project, privately funded at about $300 million.
Microsoft confirmed its support, saying the project aims to modernize the historic residence.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Rep. Robert Garcia introduced the Stop Ballroom Bribery Act to limit private donations.
Trump has led renovation efforts at the White House during his second term.