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Trump's $400M White House Ballroom Project Approved Amid Opposition

4/3/2026

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On April 2, 2026, the National Capital Planning Commission approved U.S. President Donald Trump’s $400 million White House ballroom project.
The ballroom will replace the East Wing and measure 90,000 square feet for up to 1,000 guests.
The commission was chaired by Will Scharf, Trump's former lawyer, and 97% of 32,000 comments opposed the project.
Legal challenges may delay the project as the Justice Department appeals the judge's ruling.

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Story summary

On April 2, 2026, the National Capital Planning Commission approved U.S. President Donald Trump’s $400 million White House ballroom project.
The ballroom will replace the East Wing and measure 90,000 square feet for up to 1,000 guests.
The commission was chaired by Will Scharf, Trump's former lawyer, and 97% of 32,000 comments opposed the project.
Legal challenges may delay the project as the Justice Department appeals the judge's ruling.