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Appeals Court OKs $400 M Trump White House Ballroom Underground Work

4/24/2026

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Appeals court cleared underground security work for President Donald Trump’s $400 million White House ballroom, pausing above-ground construction.
Secret Service deputy director Matthew Quinn said a slab is needed to protect the underground facilities.
President Trump said the ballroom will include a drone-proof roof, air-handling, biodefense, bomb shelters and a medical facility.
The Trust for Historic Preservation claims Trump overstepped authority, prompting a June 5 hearing to review the lawsuit.

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Appeals court cleared underground security work for President Donald Trump’s $400 million White House ballroom, pausing above-ground construction.
Secret Service deputy director Matthew Quinn said a slab is needed to protect the underground facilities.
President Trump said the ballroom will include a drone-proof roof, air-handling, biodefense, bomb shelters and a medical facility.
The Trust for Historic Preservation claims Trump overstepped authority, prompting a June 5 hearing to review the lawsuit.